How To Fix OIUX3188 - Cannot be &3 when purchaser no = primary taxpayer no


OIUX3188 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: OIUX3 - Tax Reporting

  • Message number: 188

  • Message text: Cannot be &3 when purchaser no = primary taxpayer no

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIUX3188 - Cannot be &3 when purchaser no = primary taxpayer no ?
    The SAP error message OIUX3188, which states "Cannot be &3 when purchaser no = primary taxpayer no," typically occurs in the context of tax processing within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with tax-related transactions and configurations.
    
    Cause: This error usually arises when there is a mismatch or conflict in the configuration of the purchaser number and the primary taxpayer number. Specifically, it indicates that the system is trying to process a transaction where the purchaser number is the same as the primary taxpayer number, which is not allowed in the current configuration or business rules set up in the system.
    Solution: To resolve this error, you can take the following steps: Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for tax processing in your SAP system. Ensure that the purchaser number and primary taxpayer number are set up correctly and that they are not inadvertently set to the same value. Review Master Data: Check the master data for the

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