How To Fix /ATL/GENERAL214 - Withholding tax code is initial in the vendor line of the &1 &2 &3 doc.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ATL/GENERAL -

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Withholding tax code is initial in the vendor line of the &1 &2 &3 doc.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL214 - Withholding tax code is initial in the vendor line of the &1 &2 &3 doc. ?

  The SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL214 indicates that there is an issue with the withholding tax code in the vendor line of a document (such as an invoice or payment). Specifically, it means that the withholding tax code is not specified (i.e., it is "initial" or empty) for the vendor in the document you are trying to process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Withholding Tax Code: The vendor master data does not have a withholding tax code assigned, or it is not maintained correctly.
  Document Type Configuration: The document type you are using may require a withholding tax code, but it is not set up to handle it properly.
  Incorrect Vendor Data: The vendor may not be set up to handle withholding tax, or the relevant tax information is missing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master record (transaction code XK03 for general view).
  Verify that the withholding tax code is maintained in the relevant view (usually in the accounting or tax information section).
  If it is missing, you can update the vendor master data (transaction code XK02 for changes).
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the configuration for the document type you are using (transaction code OBY6 for document types).
  Ensure that the document type is configured to require or allow withholding tax codes.
  
  
  
  Maintain Withholding Tax Codes:
  
  If the vendor is subject to withholding tax, ensure that the appropriate withholding tax codes are defined in the system (transaction code OBW1 for maintaining withholding tax types).
  Make sure that the withholding tax codes are correctly assigned to the relevant vendor and that the tax rates are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Document:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to reprocess the document that generated the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Withholding Tax Configuration: Ensure that the withholding tax configuration is correctly set up in your SAP system. This includes defining withholding tax types, codes, and rates.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on withholding tax setup and vendor master data maintenance.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to vendor master data and document types.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting and tax processes.