How To Fix M8324 - Enter withholding tax section code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 324

• Message text: Enter withholding tax section code

What causes this issue?

You are trying to post a document containing withholding tax. In Korea,
you must enter a withholding tax section code. You have not done this
yet.

System Response

The system does not allow you to post a document containing withholding
tax if you have not entered a withholding tax ection code.

How to fix this error?

Enter a withholding tax section code.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8324 - Enter withholding tax section code ?

  The SAP error message M8324, which states "Enter withholding tax section code," typically occurs in the context of materials management or financial transactions where withholding tax is applicable. This error indicates that the system requires a withholding tax section code to be entered for the transaction you are trying to process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Withholding Tax Section Code: The most common cause of this error is that the withholding tax section code has not been specified in the relevant document (e.g., purchase order, invoice).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of withholding tax settings in the SAP system, such as missing tax codes or incorrect settings in the tax calculation procedure.
  Document Type: The document type being used may require a withholding tax section code, but it has not been set up correctly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter the Withholding Tax Section Code: 
  
  Navigate to the document where the error occurred (e.g., invoice or purchase order).
  Look for the field where the withholding tax section code should be entered and provide the appropriate code.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the withholding tax codes are correctly configured in the system. This can be done by checking the following:
  
  Transaction code OBQ1 (for withholding tax codes).
  Transaction code OBYZ (for tax calculation procedures).
  
  
  Verify that the withholding tax section codes are assigned to the relevant vendor or customer master records.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the document type being used to ensure that it is configured to require a withholding tax section code if applicable.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to configure and manage withholding tax settings.
  
  
  
  User Authorization: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to enter or modify withholding tax information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Withholding Tax in SAP: Withholding tax is a tax that is deducted at the source of income. In SAP, it is important to configure withholding tax codes and section codes correctly to ensure compliance with tax regulations.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB60: Enter Incoming Invoices
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to withholding tax issues, as they may provide additional insights or solutions for specific scenarios.
  
  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 or materials management.