How To Fix EDOCUMENT_KR046 - VAT registration no. in self-billing inv. doesn't match the master data.

EDOCUMENT_KR046 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT_KR - Message class for South Korea eDocument

• Message number: 046

• Message text: VAT registration no. in self-billing inv. doesn't match the master data.

What causes this issue?

The customer's VAT registration number in the self-billing invoice is
different from that in the customer master data.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Update the customer's VAT registration number in the customer master
data, in the <LS>Tax Number 2</> field on the <LS>Customer:
Country-Specific Enhancements</> tab.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

EDOCUMENT_KR046 - Details

• The SAP error message EDOCUMENT_KR046 indicates that there is a mismatch between the VAT registration number in a self-billing invoice and the corresponding master data in the system. This error typically arises in the context of electronic invoicing or self-billing processes, particularly in countries where VAT compliance is strictly enforced.
  
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in VAT Registration Number: The VAT registration number entered in the self-billing invoice does not match the VAT registration number stored in the vendor master data.
  Incorrect Master Data: The vendor master data may be outdated or incorrectly maintained, leading to discrepancies.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors when inputting the VAT registration number in the self-billing invoice.
  Changes in VAT Registration: The vendor may have changed their VAT registration number, and the system has not been updated accordingly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor master data in SAP to ensure that the VAT registration number is correct and up-to-date.
  You can do this by navigating