How To Fix RETMFI123 - &1: data for tax information not allowed to be changed

RETMFI123 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RETMFI - Messages for Posting Terms

• Message number: 123

• Message text: &1: data for tax information not allowed to be changed

What causes this issue?

When changing from partner lock to no partner lock, the data for tax
information (tax type, tax group) is not allowed to be changed.

System Response

The change cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Correct your entry.

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.

RETMFI123 - Details

• The SAP error message RETMFI123 indicates that there is an attempt to change tax information in a way that is not permitted by the system. This typically occurs in scenarios where tax data is locked or restricted due to various reasons, such as legal compliance, data integrity, or system configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Locked Data: The tax information may be locked for changes due to the document status (e.g., posted documents).
  Legal Restrictions: Certain tax data may be protected from changes to comply with legal or regulatory requirements.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to prevent changes to tax information after a certain point in the process (e.g., after a financial period is closed).
  Document Type: The type of document being processed may have restrictions on changing tax information.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify if the document is in a status that allows changes. If it is posted, you may need to reverse or unpost the document before