How To Fix ICL_DI031 - BP &1, sales tax code contains invalid value: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL_DI - Messages for Direct Input Mode

• Message number: 031

• Message text: BP &1, sales tax code contains invalid value: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL_DI031 - BP &1, sales tax code contains invalid value: &2 ?

  The SAP error message ICL_DI031 indicates that there is an issue with the sales tax code associated with a business partner (BP) in the context of an insurance claim or related transaction. The error message typically states that the sales tax code contains an invalid value, which can prevent the processing of transactions involving that business partner.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Sales Tax Code: The sales tax code specified for the business partner is not recognized by the system. This could be due to:
  
  The code not being defined in the system.
  The code being inactive or deleted.
  A typo or incorrect entry in the sales tax code field.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The tax configuration in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to recognize valid tax codes.
  
  
  Business Partner Data: The business partner's master data may not be complete or may have inconsistencies, particularly in the tax-related fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Sales Tax Code:
  
  Verify the sales tax code associated with the business partner. Ensure that it is correctly entered and matches the expected format.
  Go to the relevant configuration or master data transaction (e.g., transaction code BP for business partner) and check the tax information.
  
  
  
  Validate Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the sales tax code is defined in the system. You can check this in the tax configuration settings (transaction code OB40 for tax codes).
  Make sure that the tax code is active and properly configured for the relevant country or region.
  
  
  
  Update Business Partner Data:
  
  If the business partner's data is incomplete, update the necessary fields, including the sales tax code.
  Ensure that all required fields in the business partner master data are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the sales tax code requirements for your region or industry.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), OB40 (Define Tax Codes), and OBCO (Define Tax Categories).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to business partner data and tax configurations.
  
  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 tax configuration and business partner management.