How To Fix IDSAU004 - No tax file number defined for company code &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDSAU - Localization Saudi Arabia

• Message number: 004

• Message text: No tax file number defined for company code &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDSAU004 - No tax file number defined for company code &1 ?

  The SAP error message IDSAU004 indicates that there is no tax file number (TFN) defined for a specific company code in the system. This error typically arises when you are trying to perform transactions that require a tax file number, such as payroll processing or tax reporting.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the tax file number has not been maintained for the specified company code in the SAP system. This can happen if:
  
  The company code has not been set up correctly in the system.
  The tax file number has not been entered or has been deleted.
  There may be a configuration issue in the tax settings for the company code.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IDSAU004 error, you need to ensure that a valid tax file number is defined for the company code in question. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> IMG -> Financial Accounting -> Financial Accounting Global Settings -> Tax on Sales/Purchases -> Basic Settings -> Define Tax File Number.
  
  
  
  Define the Tax File Number:
  
  In the configuration screen, select the relevant company code.
  Enter the tax file number in the appropriate field.
  Ensure that all other required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the tax file number, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Verify the Entry:
  
  You can verify that the tax file number has been correctly entered by using transaction code OBY6 (for company code settings) or by checking the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Test the Transaction:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to perform the transaction again that previously resulted in the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBY6: To maintain company code settings.
  SPRO: To access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG).
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on tax settings and requirements specific to your country or region.
  
  
  
  User Roles:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to company code settings in SAP.
  
  
  
  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 financial accounting and tax configurations.