How To Fix 7Q332 - Withholding tax information ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 7Q - Messages for new withholding tax functions

• Message number: 332

• Message text: Withholding tax information ignored

What causes this issue?

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

The activity selected uses posting keys that are not payment relevant.
This meant the withholding tax was not processed even though documents
with withholding tax information were selected.
Start the transaction again with a new activity so as to include the
withholding tax information for the documents selected.

System Response

In Customizing you can switch off the message under
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFORFBOBA5BELE> Change Message Control for Document
Processing</> in Applic. Area '7Q'.

How to fix this error?

Check to see whether you can use a different activity or another
transaction (such as <DS:TRAN.FB05>FB05</>).

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 7Q332 - Withholding tax information ignored ?

  The SAP error message 7Q332 indicates that the withholding tax information is being ignored for a particular transaction. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions where withholding tax is applicable, such as vendor invoices or payments.
  Cause:
  The error message can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Withholding Tax Data: The relevant withholding tax data may not be maintained for the vendor or the transaction.
  Incorrect Configuration: The withholding tax configuration in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to the system ignoring the withholding tax information.
  Document Type Issues: The document type being used may not be configured to handle withholding tax.
  Tax Code Issues: The tax code used in the transaction may not be linked to the appropriate withholding tax type.
  Transaction Type: Certain transaction types may not require withholding tax, leading the system to ignore it.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the vendor master data has the appropriate withholding tax information maintained. This includes checking the withholding tax type and the relevant tax codes.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for withholding tax in the SAP system. This includes checking the settings in the following areas:
  
  Withholding tax types
  Tax codes
  Document types
  
  
  Ensure that the withholding tax is activated for the relevant document types.
  
  
  
  Examine the Transaction:
  
  Review the specific transaction that triggered the error. Check if the document type and tax code are appropriate for withholding tax processing.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring withholding tax.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OBWW: For configuring withholding tax types.
  OBYZ: For maintaining tax codes.
  FK02: For changing vendor master data.
  
  
  User Exits and BAdIs: In some cases, custom logic may be implemented that affects how withholding tax is processed. Check for any user exits or BAdIs that may be relevant.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP financials.