How To Fix FITH_VAT001 - Branch code does not exist

FITH_VAT001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FITH_VAT - Thailand Localization VAT reporting

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Branch code does not exist

What causes this issue?

You are trying to enter a branch code for a vendor or customer. This is,
however, not possible because you have not maintained any branch codes
in the vendor master data or 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?

Maintain branch codes in the vendor master by navigating to the
following path from the <LS>SAP Easy Access</> screen:
<LS>Accounting -> Financial Accounting -> Accounts Payable -> Master
Records -></> ...
Maintain branch codes in the customer master by navigating to the
following path from the <LS>SAP Easy Access</> screen:
<LS>Accounting -> Financial Accounting -> Accounts Receivable -> Master
Records -></> ...

Procedure for System Administrators

For more information, refer to the <LS>Branch Code</> (<ZH>BCODE</>)
field documentation.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FITH_VAT001 - Branch code does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FITH_VAT001: "Branch code does not exist" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with VAT (Value Added Tax) processing. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid branch code that is required for the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Branch Code: The branch code you are trying to use in your transaction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The branch code may not be properly configured in the system settings or may not be assigned to the relevant company code.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the branch code entered during the transaction.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the branch may not have been created or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the branch code.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Branch Code: Check the branch code you are