How To Fix ID_WT023 - No short address formatted for the partner &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ID_WT - International Development - Withholding Tax Reporting Tool

• Message number: 023

• Message text: No short address formatted for the partner &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ID_WT023 - No short address formatted for the partner &1 ?

  The SAP error message ID_WT023 "No short address formatted for the partner &1" typically occurs in the context of logistics or sales and distribution processes when the system is unable to find a valid short address for a business partner (customer, vendor, etc.) in the system. This can happen for various reasons, including missing or incomplete address data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Address Data: The business partner may not have a complete address record in the system, particularly the short address format.
  Incorrect Partner Role: The partner may not be assigned the correct role that requires a short address.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of address formats in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies or errors in the master data of the partner.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) and check the address details for the partner in question.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly, including the short address format.
  
  
  
  Maintain Short Address Format:
  
  If the short address is missing, you may need to create or update the short address format for the partner.
  This can usually be done in the address details section of the business partner master data.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Roles:
  
  Ensure that the partner has the correct roles assigned that require a short address.
  You can check this in the same BP transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, check the settings for address formats in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Ensure that the address formatting settings are correctly defined for the relevant partner types.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run any data consistency checks available in your SAP system to identify and rectify any inconsistencies in the master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: BP (Business Partner), SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit business partner data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message ID_WT023 and ensure that the business partner has the required short address formatted correctly.