How To Fix 8I150 - With-holding tax code & is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8I - Localization India

• Message number: 150

• Message text: With-holding tax code & is not valid

What causes this issue?

The withholding tax code entered is not valid

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please check whether the withholding tax codes are defined in
customizing Goto-> <DS:TRAN.OBC7>W.TAx Codes Maint.</>
Also check if the tax codes are linked to valid sections in CIN
Goto-> <DS:TRAN.J1IT>W.TAx Section Maint.</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8I150 - With-holding tax code & is not valid ?

  The SAP error message "8I150 Withholding tax code & is not valid" typically occurs when there is an issue with the withholding tax code being used in a transaction. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during invoice processing, vendor payments, or when posting accounting documents.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Withholding Tax Code: The specified withholding tax code does not exist in the system or is not properly configured.
  Inactive Tax Code: The withholding tax code may be inactive or not assigned to the relevant company code or transaction type.
  Missing Configuration: The withholding tax code may not be set up correctly in the system, including missing tax rates or other necessary configurations.
  Company Code Issues: The withholding tax code may not be valid for the specific company code being used in the transaction.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may not allow specific withholding tax codes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Withholding Tax Code:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBW2 (for maintaining withholding tax codes) and verify that the code exists and is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the withholding tax code is active and assigned to the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the withholding tax code is properly configured with the necessary tax rates and settings.
  Check if the withholding tax code is assigned to the relevant vendor or customer master records.
  
  
  
  Company Code Assignment:
  
  Verify that the withholding tax code is assigned to the correct company code. You can check this in the vendor or customer master data.
  
  
  
  Document Type Settings:
  
  Review the document type settings to ensure that the withholding tax code is allowed for the type of transaction you are processing.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on configuring withholding tax codes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBW2: Maintain Withholding Tax Codes
  FK02: Change Vendor Master Data
  FD02: Change Customer Master Data
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to withholding tax codes.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify withholding tax configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting and tax configurations.