How To Fix /ATL/GENERAL204 - RECEIPIENT TYPE NOT DEFINED IN WITHHOLDING TAX RECEIPIENT TYPE TABLE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ATL/GENERAL -

• Message number: 204

• Message text: RECEIPIENT TYPE NOT DEFINED IN WITHHOLDING TAX RECEIPIENT TYPE TABLE

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL204 - RECEIPIENT TYPE NOT DEFINED IN WITHHOLDING TAX RECEIPIENT TYPE TABLE ?

  The SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL204 RECEIPIENT TYPE NOT DEFINED IN WITHHOLDING TAX RECEIPIENT TYPE TABLE typically occurs when the system is unable to find a defined recipient type for withholding tax in the relevant configuration tables. This can happen during processes that involve withholding tax calculations, such as invoice processing or payment processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The recipient type for withholding tax has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a lack of setup in the withholding tax configuration.
  Incorrect Recipient Type: The recipient type being used in the transaction does not exist in the withholding tax recipient type table.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the transaction that is causing the system to look for a non-existent recipient 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 relevant recipient types are defined in the withholding tax recipient type table.
  
  
  
  Define Recipient Types:
  
  If the recipient type is missing, you will need to create it. This involves defining the recipient type and linking it to the appropriate withholding tax type.
  Make sure to assign the correct parameters and settings for the new recipient type.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Check the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that the recipient type being used is valid and correctly entered.
  If necessary, correct any data entry errors.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBZT to check and maintain withholding tax types and recipient types.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed steps on configuring withholding tax settings.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.