How To Fix ID_WT175 - Please maintain the exemption threshold limit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ID_WT - International Development - Withholding Tax Reporting Tool

• Message number: 175

• Message text: Please maintain the exemption threshold limit

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ID_WT175 - Please maintain the exemption threshold limit ?

  The SAP error message ID_WT175, which states "Please maintain the exemption threshold limit," typically occurs in the context of withholding tax configuration. This error indicates that the system requires you to define an exemption threshold limit for withholding tax purposes, which is necessary for processing certain transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The exemption threshold limit for withholding tax has not been set up in the system.
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code being used may not have the necessary exemption threshold defined.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being processed may require an exemption threshold that has not been configured.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the exemption threshold limit in the SAP system. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Financial Accounting (New) -> Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) -> Withholding Tax -> Withholding Tax Types -> Define Withholding Tax Types
  
  
  
  
  Define Exemption Threshold:
  
  Select the relevant withholding tax type.
  In the configuration settings, look for the option to maintain the exemption threshold limit.
  Enter the appropriate limit based on your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Tax Codes:
  
  Ensure that the tax codes associated with the withholding tax type are correctly configured to reference the exemption threshold.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the changes, test the transaction that previously generated the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring withholding tax and exemption thresholds.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  Consulting with Finance Team: It may be beneficial to consult with your finance or tax team to ensure that the exemption threshold aligns with legal and regulatory requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.