How To Fix >0291 - Withholding tax posting &1 &2 cannot be cleared

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >0 - General Basis texts

• Message number: 291

• Message text: Withholding tax posting &1 &2 cannot be cleared

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >0291 - Withholding tax posting &1 &2 cannot be cleared ?

  The SAP error message 0291 ("Withholding tax posting &1 &2 cannot be cleared") typically occurs when there are issues related to withholding tax postings in the system. This error indicates that the system is unable to clear a withholding tax posting due to certain conditions not being met.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Data: The withholding tax data may be incomplete or missing for the relevant document.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for withholding tax may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Open Items: There may be open items related to the withholding tax that prevent clearing.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for clearing (e.g., it may be blocked or not fully posted).
  Tax Code Issues: The tax code used may not be valid or may not be properly configured for the transaction.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Details: Review the document associated with the error message to ensure that all necessary withholding tax information is present and correct.
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for withholding tax in the SAP system. Ensure that the tax codes and related settings are correctly defined.
  Clear Open Items: Investigate any open items related to the withholding tax posting. You may need to clear these items before the posting can be cleared.
  Document Status: Ensure that the document is in a status that allows for clearing. If necessary, change the status or post any missing transactions.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on resolving it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to view the document details and FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to check for open items related to vendors.
  Withholding Tax Configuration: The configuration for withholding tax can be found in the SAP IMG under Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Payable > Withholding Tax.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting and withholding tax.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.