How To Fix FILOC_ZA111 - The VAT Number is missing for Entered company code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FILOC_ZA - Message class for South Africa

• Message number: 111

• Message text: The VAT Number is missing for Entered company code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FILOC_ZA111 - The VAT Number is missing for Entered company code ?

  The SAP error message FILOC_ZA111 indicates that a VAT (Value Added Tax) number is missing for the specified company code. This error typically arises when you are trying to perform transactions that require a valid VAT number, such as posting invoices or creating financial documents.
  Cause:
  
  Missing VAT Number: The primary cause of this error is that the VAT number has not been maintained for the company code in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The company code may not be properly configured to handle VAT transactions.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight in entering the VAT number during the setup of the company code.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FILOC_ZA111 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Company Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or navigate through the menu: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Company Code > Edit, Copy, Delete, Check Company Code).
  Select the relevant company code and check if the VAT number is maintained.
  
  
  
  Maintain VAT Number:
  
  If the VAT number is missing, you can maintain it by going to the transaction code OBD2 (or navigate through the menu: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Check Tax Registration Numbers).
  Enter the company code and fill in the required VAT number fields.
  
  
  
  Verify Tax Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the tax configuration for the company code is set up correctly. This includes checking the tax types and ensuring that the VAT number is linked to the correct tax jurisdiction.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After maintaining the VAT number, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBY6: Company Code Configuration
  OBD2: Maintain Tax Registration Numbers
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring VAT and tax settings.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to company code settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.