How To Fix /FTI/BO_STRUCT201 - Tax Jurisdiction code is mandatory, as Vertex is not turned on

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /FTI/BO_STRUCT -

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Tax Jurisdiction code is mandatory, as Vertex is not turned on

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /FTI/BO_STRUCT201 - Tax Jurisdiction code is mandatory, as Vertex is not turned on ?

  The SAP error message /FTI/BO_STRUCT201 Tax Jurisdiction code is mandatory, as Vertex is not turned on typically occurs in the context of tax determination processes within SAP, particularly when using the Vertex tax calculation software. This error indicates that the system requires a tax jurisdiction code to be specified, but Vertex, which could automatically handle tax calculations, is not enabled or configured in your SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Vertex Not Activated: The Vertex tax calculation software is not activated in your SAP system, which means that the system cannot automatically determine tax rates based on jurisdiction.
  Missing Tax Jurisdiction Code: The transaction or document you are processing does not have a tax jurisdiction code specified, which is mandatory when Vertex is not available to handle tax calculations.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the tax settings of your SAP system that prevent the proper assignment of tax jurisdiction codes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Activate Vertex: If your organization