How To Fix /ILE/ANNX_GENERAL068 - Witholding tax validity date is indefinte.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ILE/ANNX_GENERAL -

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Witholding tax validity date is indefinte.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ILE/ANNX_GENERAL068 - Witholding tax validity date is indefinte. ?

  The SAP error message /ILE/ANNX_GENERAL068 indicates that there is an issue with the withholding tax validity date being set to indefinite. This typically occurs in the context of managing withholding tax configurations in SAP, particularly when dealing with tax codes and their validity periods.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Configuration: The withholding tax type or code may not have a defined validity period, which is required for the system to process it correctly.
  Missing Dates: The validity dates for the withholding tax code may not be properly maintained in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings related to withholding tax.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Withholding Tax Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBB8 (for maintaining withholding tax types) or OBW1 (for maintaining withholding tax codes).
  Ensure that the withholding tax type and code have valid start and end dates. If the validity is set to indefinite, consider setting a specific end date.
  
  
  
  Maintain Validity Dates:
  
  If the withholding tax code is set to be valid indefinitely, you may need to change it to have a specific validity period. This can be done by editing the withholding tax code and specifying the appropriate dates.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor or customer master data to ensure that the withholding tax information is correctly maintained. You can do this using transaction codes like XK02 (for vendors) or FD02 (for customers).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to withholding tax configuration to ensure that all necessary settings are correctly applied.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBB8, OBW1, XK02, and FD02 for managing withholding tax settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to withholding tax issues, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the problem.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to withholding tax configurations.
  
  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 and tax configurations.