How To Fix MDG_BS_ECC_BP_MAP011 - Tax office &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_ECC_BP_MAP - MDG: mapped messages

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Tax office &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_BP_MAP011 - Tax office &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_BP_MAP011 indicates that the tax office specified in the Business Partner (BP) data does not exist in the system. This error typically arises during the data validation or mapping process in SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when trying to create or update a business partner.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Office: The tax office code that is being referenced in the business partner data does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The tax office may not have been properly configured in the system, or it may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Data Entry Error: There could be a typographical error in the tax office code entered in the business partner data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Office Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction in SAP (usually in the Financial Accounting or Tax configuration area) to verify if the tax office exists.
  Use transaction code OBY6 (for country-specific settings) or OBD2 (for tax office settings) to check the configuration.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Tax Office:
  
  If the tax office does not exist, you will need to create it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for tax offices.
  If it exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Review the business partner data for any typographical errors in the tax office code.
  Ensure that the correct tax office code is being used.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing tax offices in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to create or update the business partner again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), OBY6, and OBD2 for managing tax offices.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify tax office data in the system.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message MDG_BS_ECC_BP_MAP011 and successfully manage your business partner data.