How To Fix EDOCUMENT_PE017 - Enter Withholding tax type for Payment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT_PE - Messages for eDocuments Peru

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Enter Withholding tax type for Payment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT_PE017 - Enter Withholding tax type for Payment ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT_PE017 indicates that the system requires a withholding tax type to be specified for a payment document. This error typically arises when processing payments that are subject to withholding tax, and the necessary tax type has not been entered.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Withholding Tax Type: The payment document does not have a withholding tax type assigned, which is mandatory for processing payments that involve withholding tax.
  Configuration Issues: The withholding tax configuration in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the withholding tax type.
  Document Type Settings: The document type used for the payment may not be configured to allow for withholding tax processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Withholding Tax Type:
  
  When processing the payment, ensure that you enter the appropriate withholding tax type in the relevant field. This can usually be done in the payment document entry screen.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for withholding tax in SAP (Transaction Code: OBWW or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> Accounts Payable -> Withholding Tax -> Define Withholding Tax Types) and ensure that the withholding tax types are correctly defined and assigned to the relevant vendor or customer.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the document type being used for the payment (Transaction Code: OBY6). Ensure that the document type is configured to allow for withholding tax processing.
  
  
  
  Vendor Master Data:
  
  Verify the vendor master data to ensure that the withholding tax type is correctly assigned to the vendor. You can check this in the vendor master record (Transaction Code: XK03).
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try processing the payment again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Withholding Tax Types: These are specific codes that define the type of withholding tax applicable to a transaction. Each type may have different rates and rules associated with it.
  Vendor Master Data: This includes all relevant information about a vendor, including payment terms, withholding tax types, and bank details.
  SAP Documentation: For more detailed information, refer to SAP Help documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations related to your organization's setup.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.