How To Fix IDFI131 - Choose company code with activated VAT due date function

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDFI - International Development

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Choose company code with activated VAT due date function

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDFI131 - Choose company code with activated VAT due date function ?

  The SAP error message IDFI131, which states "Choose company code with activated VAT due date function," typically occurs when you are trying to perform a transaction that requires the VAT due date functionality, but the company code you are using does not have this feature activated.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the VAT due date functionality is not enabled for the specific company code you are working with. This can happen if the company code was not configured correctly during the setup process or if the functionality was disabled for some reason.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate the VAT due date function for the relevant company code. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Financial Accounting (New) -> Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) -> Tax on Sales/Purchases -> Basic Settings -> Define Company Code for VAT Due Date.
  
  
  
  Select the Company Code:
  
  In the configuration screen, find the company code that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Activate the VAT Due Date Function:
  
  Ensure that the VAT due date function is activated for the selected company code. You may need to check the settings and make sure that the relevant options are enabled.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Transaction:
  
  Go back to the transaction that was causing the error and try to execute it again to see if the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on configuring VAT settings.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  Consult with SAP Support: If you are unsure about making these changes or if the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IDFI131 error and successfully use the VAT due date functionality for your company code.