How To Fix TXS_MESSAGES029 - Enter a valid external tax code

TXS_MESSAGES029 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TXS_MESSAGES - Tax Service Messages class

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Enter a valid external tax code

What causes this issue?

The tax code you can enter in this field comes from the response of the
Tax Service API.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Verify the tax code attribute in the Tax Service API response.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

TXS_MESSAGES029 - Details

• The SAP error message TXS_MESSAGES029 ("Enter a valid external tax code") typically occurs when the system is unable to recognize the tax code entered in a transaction. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Tax Code: The tax code entered does not exist in the system or is not valid for the transaction type.
  Tax Code Not Active: The tax code may be inactive or not assigned to the relevant company code or country.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of tax codes in the system, such as missing entries in the tax code table.
  Data Entry Error: There could be a typographical error in the tax code entered by the user.
  Missing Tax Jurisdiction: In some cases, the jurisdiction for the tax code may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Tax Code: Check the tax code entered for any typographical errors. Ensure