How To Fix /ILE/ANNX_GENERAL078 - Withholding number differs in companies & NE &.

/ILE/ANNX_GENERAL078 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ILE/ANNX_GENERAL -

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Withholding number differs in companies & NE &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ILE/ANNX_GENERAL078 - Withholding number differs in companies & NE &. ?

  The SAP error message /ILE/ANNX_GENERAL078 typically indicates an issue related to withholding tax numbers that differ between companies or entities in the system. This error often arises during processes involving tax reporting or financial transactions where withholding tax is applicable.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Inconsistent Withholding Tax Numbers: The error usually occurs when there is a mismatch in the withholding tax numbers assigned to different company codes or entities. This can happen if:
  
  The withholding tax number is not maintained consistently across all relevant company codes.
  There are discrepancies in the master data for vendors or customers related to withholding tax.
  
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the withholding tax settings in the SAP system, leading to inconsistencies in how withholding tax is applied across different entities.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can also lead to discrepancies in withholding tax numbers.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data: Review the vendor or customer master data for the relevant company codes.