How To Fix ID_WT126 - The Partner UTR for vendor &2 in Company Code &1 is invalid.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 126

• Message text: The Partner UTR for vendor &2 in Company Code &1 is invalid.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ID_WT126 - The Partner UTR for vendor &2 in Company Code &1 is invalid. ?

  The SAP error message ID_WT126 indicates that there is an issue with the Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR) for a vendor in a specific company code. This error typically arises in the context of withholding tax processing, where the UTR is required for tax reporting and compliance purposes.
  Cause:
  The error message ID_WT126 is triggered when:
  
  The UTR for the specified vendor is either missing or incorrectly entered in the vendor master data.
  The UTR does not match the expected format or is not valid for the specific country or region.
  The vendor is not set up correctly in the system for withholding tax purposes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 or MK03).
  Verify that the UTR is correctly entered for the vendor in the relevant company code.
  Ensure that the UTR is in the correct format as per the local tax authority's requirements.
  
  
  
  Update UTR:
  
  If the UTR is missing or incorrect, update the vendor master data with the correct UTR.
  Ensure that the UTR is valid and corresponds to the vendor's tax registration.
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Settings:
  
  Ensure that the company code is set up correctly for withholding tax processing.
  Verify that the withholding tax types and codes are correctly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Tax Regulations:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct UTR format or requirements, consult the local tax regulations or your tax advisor.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary updates, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK03 - Display Vendor
  MK03 - Display Vendor (Purchasing)
  FK03 - Display Vendor (Accounting)
  
  
  
  Withholding Tax Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration for withholding tax in the SAP system (transaction code OBW2 for withholding tax types).
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on vendor master data and withholding tax setup.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in tax and vendor management.