How To Fix >0368 - No cash discount can be assigned to withholding tax item &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >0 - General Basis texts

• Message number: 368

• Message text: No cash discount can be assigned to withholding tax item &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >0368 - No cash discount can be assigned to withholding tax item &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message 0368 ("No cash discount can be assigned to withholding tax item &1 &2") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions involving withholding tax and cash discounts. This error indicates that the system is unable to apply a cash discount to a withholding tax item, which is not allowed according to the configuration or the nature of the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The cash discount settings in the system may not be configured to allow discounts on withholding tax items.
  Transaction Type: The specific transaction type being processed may not support cash discounts in conjunction with withholding tax.
  Document Type: The document type used for the transaction may have restrictions that prevent the assignment of cash discounts to withholding tax items.
  Tax Code Settings: The tax code associated with the withholding tax may not be set up to allow cash discounts.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for cash discounts and withholding tax in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings allow for cash discounts to be applied where appropriate.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration paths in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to review the settings for cash discounts and withholding tax.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Type:
  
  If the transaction type does not support cash discounts with withholding tax, consider using a different transaction type that does.
  
  
  
  Document Type Review:
  
  Review the document type settings to ensure that it allows for cash discounts. You may need to adjust the settings or use a different document type.
  
  
  
  Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Check the tax code settings to ensure that it is configured to allow cash discounts. You may need to modify the tax code settings or use a different tax code.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring cash discounts and withholding tax.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that cash discounts can be applied as intended.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If standard configuration does not meet your requirements, consider implementing user exits or BAdIs (Business Add-Ins) to customize the behavior of cash discounts and withholding tax processing.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in financial transactions are trained on the implications of cash discounts and withholding tax to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.