How To Fix 8A142 - Condition type &1 is not linked to a withholding tax type in country &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8A - Messages for Argentina

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Condition type &1 is not linked to a withholding tax type in country &2

What causes this issue?

The condition type is not linked to a withholding type and therefore
not usable for the extended withholding solution. Please ensure correct
settings in the customizing. Ensure especially that one condition type
is only allocated to one withholding type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8A142 - Condition type &1 is not linked to a withholding tax type in country &2 ?

  The SAP error message 8A142 indicates that a specific condition type (denoted as &1) is not linked to a withholding tax type in the specified country (denoted as &2). This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions where withholding tax is applicable, and it suggests that the system cannot find a valid configuration for the specified condition type in relation to withholding tax.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The condition type you are trying to use is not configured to be associated with any withholding tax type for the specified country in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Condition Type: The condition type may not be intended for use with withholding tax, or it may have been incorrectly entered in the transaction.
  Country-Specific Settings: The withholding tax settings may not be properly defined for the country in question, leading to the inability to link the condition type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Payable > Withholding Tax > Define Withholding Tax Types.
  Ensure that the condition type in question is linked to the appropriate withholding tax type for the specified country.
  
  
  
  Link Condition Type:
  
  If the condition type is not linked, you will need to create or modify the configuration to link the condition type to the appropriate withholding tax type.
  This may involve creating a new entry or modifying an existing one to ensure that the condition type is recognized for withholding tax calculations.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Check the transaction data where the error occurred to ensure that the correct condition type is being used.
  Verify that the withholding tax type is correctly specified in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring withholding tax types and condition types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that withholding tax is calculated correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Withholding Tax Types: These are specific tax categories that determine how much tax is withheld from payments made to vendors or service providers.
  Condition Types: In SAP, condition types are used in pricing procedures to determine the price or discount applied to a transaction.
  Country-Specific Settings: Different countries may have different regulations regarding withholding tax, so it is essential to ensure that the settings are tailored to the specific requirements of each country.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.