How To Fix F5785 - & item(s) were not set as active because of withholding tax treatment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 785

• Message text: & item(s) were not set as active because of withholding tax treatment

What causes this issue?

The open items belong to different company codes. The company codes
have different settings with regard to treatment of withholding tax.

System Response

Line items are not activated.

How to fix this error?

You may need to carry out separate payments.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5785 - & item(s) were not set as active because of withholding tax treatment ?

  The SAP error message F5785 indicates that certain items in a financial transaction were not set as active due to issues related to withholding tax treatment. This error typically arises in the context of accounts payable or financial document processing where withholding tax is applicable.
  Cause:
  
  Withholding Tax Configuration: The withholding tax settings for the vendor or the specific transaction may not be correctly configured. This can include missing or incorrect withholding tax codes, rates, or exemptions.
  Vendor Master Data: The vendor master data may not have the necessary withholding tax information set up. This includes the withholding tax type and the relevant tax authorities.
  Document Type: The document type being used may not be compatible with the withholding tax settings.
  Tax Jurisdiction: The jurisdiction for the transaction may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in determining the correct withholding tax treatment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Vendor Master Data: Ensure that the vendor master data is correctly set up with the appropriate withholding tax information. This includes verifying that the withholding tax types and codes are correctly assigned.
  Review Withholding Tax Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for withholding tax in SAP (Transaction Code: OBWW) and ensure that the necessary codes and rates are defined correctly.
  Document Type Settings: Verify that the document type being used allows for withholding tax processing. You may need to adjust the settings in the document type configuration.
  Tax Jurisdiction Setup: Ensure that the tax jurisdiction is correctly configured and that it aligns with the vendor's location and the nature of the transaction.
  Test Transactions: After making the necessary adjustments, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on withholding tax configuration.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to withholding tax processing to ensure compliance with local tax regulations and proper configuration.
  Consult with Tax Experts: If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with tax experts or SAP consultants who specialize in financial processes and withholding tax.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes related to vendor data, configuration settings, and document types, you should be able to resolve the F5785 error and successfully process the financial transaction.