How To Fix ID_WT028 - EDI identifier for company code &1 is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 028

• Message text: EDI identifier for company code &1 is missing

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

If you do not need a withholding tax EDI reference number,
continue with the report. Otherwise, enter the EDI reference
number in the IMG activity <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUORFBOBY6>Enter Global
Parameters,</> in the <LS>Additional Data</> screen.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ID_WT028 - EDI identifier for company code &1 is missing ?

  The SAP error message ID_WT028 indicates that there is a missing EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) identifier for a specific company code in the system. This error typically arises when the system is trying to process EDI transactions, but it cannot find the necessary configuration for the specified company code.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The EDI identifier for the specified company code has not been set up in the system.
  Incorrect Company Code: The company code being referenced may not be valid or may not have been properly configured for EDI.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings related to EDI.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ID_WT028 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check EDI Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code WE20 (Partner Profiles).
  Verify that the EDI identifier for the relevant company code is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the partner profile for the company code is set up with the necessary EDI settings.
  
  
  
  Maintain EDI Identifier:
  
  If the EDI identifier is missing, you will need to create or maintain it.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings for EDI in your SAP system (usually found under Logistics or Sales and Distribution settings).
  Enter the required EDI identifier for the company code in question.
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Settings:
  
  Ensure that the company code is correctly defined in the system and that it is active.
  Verify that all necessary settings related to the company code are in place.
  
  
  
  Test EDI Communication:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the EDI communication to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  Use transaction codes like WE19 (Test EDI) to simulate EDI messages and check for successful processing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on EDI configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  WE21: Port Definition
  WE19: Test EDI
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to EDI configuration and error messages.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the EDI identifier is correctly configured for the company code, you should be able to resolve the ID_WT028 error and facilitate successful EDI transactions.