F5902 - Negative withholding tax base amount in item &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 902

• Message text: Negative withholding tax base amount in item &

What causes this issue?

You find a there is a negative withholding tax base amount for the
withholding tax calculation (withholding tax base: net).

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

In the corresponding vendor line item manually enter the withholding
tax base or withholding tax exempt amount.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5902 - Negative withholding tax base amount in item & ?

  The SAP error message F5902, which states "Negative withholding tax base amount in item &," typically occurs when there is an inconsistency in the withholding tax calculation for a financial document. This error indicates that the system has detected a negative value for the withholding tax base amount, which is not permissible.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: A negative amount may have been inadvertently entered in the relevant fields, leading to a negative withholding tax base.
  Configuration Issues: The withholding tax configuration in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to incorrect calculations.
  Document Changes: If a document was modified after the withholding tax was calculated, it could result in a negative base amount.
  Posting Errors: Errors during the posting of invoices or payments can lead to discrepancies in the withholding tax base.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Document: Check the document associated with the error to ensure that all amounts are entered correctly and that there are no negative values where they shouldn't be.
  Check Configuration: Verify the withholding tax configuration in the system. Ensure that the tax codes and calculation methods are set up correctly.
  Recalculate Withholding Tax: If the document has been changed, you may need to recalculate the withholding tax. This can often be done by reversing the document and reposting it correctly.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Withholding Tax Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings for withholding tax in SAP, including tax codes, tax types, and calculation methods.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoices) or FB70 (Enter Outgoing Invoices) to review and correct the documents.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on withholding tax processing and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the F5902 error and implement the necessary corrections.