How To Fix TAX_EXEMPT212 - Partner could not be read, therefore no certificate could be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TAX_EXEMPT - Message class for tax exempt certificate

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Partner could not be read, therefore no certificate could be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TAX_EXEMPT212 - Partner could not be read, therefore no certificate could be determined ?

  The SAP error message TAX_EXEMPT212 indicates that the system is unable to read the partner information necessary to determine a tax exemption certificate. This typically occurs in scenarios where tax exemption certificates are required for certain business partners, and the system cannot find the relevant data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Partner Data: The business partner (customer or vendor) may not have been set up correctly in the system, or the necessary tax exemption information is missing.
  Incorrect Partner Role: The partner may not have the correct role assigned that allows for tax exemption processing.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the master data of the business partner.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the partner data.
  Configuration Issues: The tax exemption configuration in the system may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Data:
  
  Go to the business partner master data and ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly, especially those related to tax exemption.
  Verify that the tax exemption certificate is properly linked to the business partner.
  
  
  
  Verify Partner Roles:
  
  Ensure that the business partner has the correct roles assigned that allow for tax exemption processing. This may include roles like "Customer" or "Vendor" with tax-related attributes.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Exemption Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for tax exemption in the SAP system. Ensure that the relevant tax codes and exemption types are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to view and edit the business partner data.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the process again to see if the error persists. You may want to create a test business partner with the correct settings to verify that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage business partner data, and OBD2 to check tax configuration.
  SAP Help Portal: The SAP Help Portal can provide additional documentation and guidance on tax exemption processing.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the TAX_EXEMPT212 error in your SAP system.