How To Fix IDSAU120 - No relevant withholding tax is found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDSAU - Localization Saudi Arabia

• Message number: 120

• Message text: No relevant withholding tax is found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDSAU120 - No relevant withholding tax is found ?

  The SAP error message IDSAU120, which states "No relevant withholding tax is found," typically occurs when the system is unable to find any applicable withholding tax information for a particular transaction or vendor. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during invoice processing, vendor payments, or when generating tax reports.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Withholding Tax Configuration: The withholding tax types may not be configured correctly in the system for the relevant vendor or transaction.
  Vendor Master Data: The vendor master record may not have the necessary withholding tax information maintained.
  Transaction Type: The transaction being processed may not be subject to withholding tax, or the relevant tax codes are not assigned.
  Tax Jurisdiction: The jurisdiction for the transaction may not have withholding tax rules defined.
  Document Type: The document type being used may not be set up to handle withholding tax.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master record and ensure that the withholding tax information is correctly maintained. This includes checking the withholding tax type and the relevant tax codes.
  Ensure that the vendor is assigned to the correct withholding tax type.
  
  
  
  Review Withholding Tax Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for withholding tax in SAP (usually found in the SPRO transaction under Financial Accounting > Accounts Payable > Withholding Tax).
  Ensure that the withholding tax types and codes are properly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Details:
  
  Check the transaction details to ensure that the correct document type and tax codes are being used.
  Ensure that the transaction is indeed subject to withholding tax.
  
  
  
  Check Tax Jurisdiction:
  
  If applicable, verify that the tax jurisdiction for the transaction has the necessary withholding tax rules defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on withholding tax setup and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to withholding tax.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user processing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and modify withholding tax settings.
  Training and Documentation: Consider providing training for users on how to properly set up and manage withholding tax in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financials for further assistance.