How To Fix IDFIVAT026 - Country name &1 is not maintained in Czech

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDFIVAT - FI Localization

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Country name &1 is not maintained in Czech

What causes this issue?

The country name must be displayed in the XML file of the VAT ledger in
local language (in Czech).

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

To display the country name in local language in the XML file, log on in
Czech (CS) language to the system and enter the country name in Czech in
the <ZK>Long name</> field in the
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUSAPCOY01>Define Countries in mySAP Systems
</>Customizing activity (maintenance view V_T005).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDFIVAT026 - Country name &1 is not maintained in Czech ?

  The SAP error message IDFIVAT026 indicates that the country name for a specific country (in this case, Czech) is not maintained in the system. This error typically arises when the system is trying to process transactions that involve VAT (Value Added Tax) and the country information is incomplete or missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Country Configuration: The country name for Czech (Czech Republic) is not set up in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Country Code: The country code used in the transaction may not correspond to a maintained country name in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings related to country-specific VAT settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Maintain Country Name:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OBD2 (or SPRO for configuration).
  Navigate to the following path: Financial Accounting (New) > Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Countries.
  Check if the country Czech (Czech Republic) is listed. If not, you will need to add it.
  Ensure that the country name and relevant VAT settings are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Check Country Code:
  
  Verify that the country code used in your transaction corresponds to the correct country name in the system.
  Ensure that the country code is correctly configured in the master data (e.g., customer or vendor master records).
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for customers, vendors, or materials to ensure that the country information is correctly maintained.
  If necessary, update the master data to include the correct country name and VAT information.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific requirements related to VAT configuration for the Czech Republic.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  VAT Configuration: Familiarize yourself with VAT configuration in SAP, especially for countries with specific requirements like the Czech Republic.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to country settings and master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP VAT configuration.