How To Fix /ATL/GENERAL134 - Define Expiration date in oreder to update Recipient Type(ext. WT)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ATL/GENERAL -

• Message number: 134

• Message text: Define Expiration date in oreder to update Recipient Type(ext. WT)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL134 - Define Expiration date in oreder to update Recipient Type(ext. WT) ?

  The SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL134 indicates that there is a requirement to define an expiration date for a recipient type in the context of external withholding tax (WT) processing. This error typically arises when you are trying to update or process a recipient type that requires an expiration date, but it has not been set.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Expiration Date: The recipient type you are trying to update requires an expiration date, which has not been defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require an expiration date for certain recipient types, especially in the context of withholding tax.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the expiration date when creating or updating the recipient type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Expiration Date:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP where you manage recipient types (e.g., transaction code OBY6 for withholding tax settings).
  Locate the recipient type that is causing the error.
  Ensure that an expiration date is defined for that recipient type. This may involve entering a valid date in the appropriate field.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for withholding tax in your SAP system. Ensure that the settings align with your business requirements and that expiration dates are correctly configured for the relevant recipient types.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  If you are importing or updating data via a batch process or interface, ensure that the data being uploaded includes the necessary expiration dates for all relevant recipient types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing recipient types and withholding tax settings.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Withholding Tax Configuration: Understanding how withholding tax is configured in SAP can help in troubleshooting similar issues. This includes knowing how to set up recipient types, tax codes, and related parameters.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (for withholding tax settings) and OBY1 (for defining tax types).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the recipient type is correctly updated with the necessary expiration date.