How To Fix >0287 - Withholding tax code &2 is not supported in country &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >0 - General Basis texts

• Message number: 287

• Message text: Withholding tax code &2 is not supported in country &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >0287 - Withholding tax code &2 is not supported in country &1 ?

  The SAP error message 0287 indicates that the withholding tax code specified is not supported for the country in question. This typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the withholding tax code and the country settings in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The withholding tax code may not be configured for the specified country in the system.
  Missing Tax Code: The withholding tax code may not exist in the system for the country you are trying to process.
  Country-Specific Regulations: Some countries have specific regulations regarding withholding tax that may not be reflected in your current configuration.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the withholding tax code or the country code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Payable > Withholding Tax > Define Withholding Tax Codes.
  Ensure that the withholding tax code is defined for the relevant country.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Withholding Tax Code:
  
  If the withholding tax code does not exist for the country, you may need to create it.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, modify the settings to ensure it meets the requirements for that country.
  
  
  
  Review Country-Specific Settings:
  
  Check if there are any country-specific settings or regulations that need to be considered for withholding tax.
  Ensure that the tax code complies with local laws and regulations.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Verification:
  
  Double-check the data entry for the withholding tax code and the country code to ensure there are no errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any additional country-specific configurations that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBW1 (for maintaining withholding tax codes) or OBW2 (for defining withholding tax types) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to withholding tax codes and country configurations.
  Testing: After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the withholding tax code is now recognized for the specified country.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 0287 and ensure that the withholding tax code is properly supported for the specified country in your SAP system.