How To Fix MDG_BS_SUPPL_CHECK013 - Enter an appropriate tax type and tax number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_SUPPL_CHECK - MDG: messages for check of supplier data

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Enter an appropriate tax type and tax number

What causes this issue?

You need to enter tax type and tax number according to the status
settings.
For further details about the required tax type and tax number according
to the address data of the supplier see <DS:DE.STCD2>Tax Number 2</>.

System Response

Without entering appropriate data the change request cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Enter tax type and tax number under General Data -> Tax Information.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_SUPPL_CHECK013 - Enter an appropriate tax type and tax number ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_SUPPL_CHECK013 indicates that there is an issue with the tax type and tax number during the supplier data maintenance process in SAP Master Data Governance (MDG). This error typically arises when the system expects a valid tax type and tax number combination, but the provided information is either missing or incorrect.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Type or Tax Number: The tax type or tax number fields may be empty or not filled in correctly.
  Invalid Tax Type: The tax type entered may not be valid or recognized by the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the tax settings in the SAP system, such as missing tax codes or incorrect tax type definitions.
  Country-Specific Requirements: Different countries have specific requirements for tax types and numbers, and the entered values may not comply with these requirements.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that the tax type and tax number fields are filled in correctly. Verify that the values entered are valid and conform to the expected formats.
  Validate Tax Type: Confirm that the tax type you are using is valid for the specific country or region. You can check this in the SAP configuration settings.
  Review Configuration: If you have access, review the configuration settings for tax types and tax numbers in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary tax codes are defined and active.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific requirements for tax types and numbers in your region.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBD2 (for tax codes) or OBD3 (for tax types) to check and maintain tax configurations.
  Country-Specific Tax Regulations: Familiarize yourself with the tax regulations applicable to the countries you are dealing with, as they can affect how tax types and numbers should be entered.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to tax type and number validation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the supplier data is correctly maintained in the SAP MDG system.