How To Fix TXS_MESSAGES029 - Enter a valid external tax code

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TXS_MESSAGES029 - Enter a valid external tax code ?

  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 that it is the correct code for the transaction.
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or SPRO for configuration) to check the configuration of tax codes.
  Ensure that the tax code is defined and active for the relevant company code and country.
  
  
  Activate Tax Code: If the tax code is inactive, you may need to activate it or create a new one if necessary.
  Consult Tax Code Table: Use transaction code FTXP to view the tax code details and ensure it is set up correctly.
  Check Jurisdiction Settings: If applicable, ensure that the tax jurisdiction settings are correctly configured for the tax code.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the tax code in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBYZ: Configuration for tax codes.
  FTXP: Maintain tax codes.
  SPRO: Access to the SAP Reference IMG for configuration.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on tax code configuration and management.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to tax codes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message TXS_MESSAGES029 and ensure that valid tax codes are used in your transactions.