How To Fix 8H004 - No Withholding tax form type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8H - THRF: Thai retrofit 46C: Message class for Thai objects

• Message number: 004

• Message text: No Withholding tax form type

What causes this issue?

The recipient type of vendor master data were used as withholding tax
certificate form type (Phaw.Ngor.Daw.). This form type is refered in
numbering process.

System Response

Program terminated.

How to fix this error?

Maintain withholding tax certificate form type (Phaw.Ngor.Daw.) into
recipient type in each withholding tax type of vendor master data then
redo the posting.
For customer master data, the withholding tax identification number is
used as certificate form type. This field must be maintained as same
as vendor recipient type.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8H004 - No Withholding tax form type ?

  The SAP error message 8H004: No Withholding tax form type typically occurs when the system is unable to find a valid withholding tax form type for the transaction you are trying to process. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during invoice processing, payment processing, or when generating reports related to withholding tax.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The withholding tax form type may not be configured in the system. This can happen if the necessary settings have not been completed in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Master Data: The vendor or customer master data may not have the appropriate withholding tax information set up.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to process may not be associated with a valid withholding tax form type.
  Country-Specific Settings: The withholding tax settings may vary by country, and the relevant form type may not be defined for the specific country involved in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Payable > Withholding Tax > Withholding Tax Types.
  Ensure that the withholding tax form types are defined correctly for the relevant country and transaction types.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor or customer master data to ensure that the withholding tax information is correctly maintained.
  Go to the vendor or customer master record and verify the withholding tax type assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign Withholding Tax Form Type:
  
  If the withholding tax form type is missing, you may need to create or assign a new withholding tax form type in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are processing is compatible with the withholding tax form type you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on withholding tax configuration for your country.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to withholding tax configuration.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify withholding tax settings.
  Training and Documentation: Consider providing training for users involved in financial processes to ensure they understand how to manage withholding tax settings effectively.
  
  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 Financial Accounting.