M8689 - No withholding tax data available: only a supplier line item is possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 689

• Message text: No withholding tax data available: only a supplier line item is possible

What causes this issue?

You cannot split the invoice amount to create several supplier line
items if the document does not contain any withholding tax data.

System Response

In this case, you cannot split the invoice amount to create several
supplier line items. You cannot call up the required screen.

How to fix this error?

The document can only be posted with one supplier line item.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8689 - No withholding tax data available: only a supplier line item is possible ?

  The SAP error message M8689 ("No withholding tax data available: only a supplier line item is possible") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions involving withholding tax. This error indicates that the system cannot find the necessary withholding tax data for the transaction you are trying to process, which is often related to vendor invoices or payments.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Withholding Tax Data: The vendor master record may not have withholding tax information maintained. This is essential for transactions that involve withholding tax calculations.
  Incorrect Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to process may not be compatible with withholding tax processing. For example, if you are trying to post a customer invoice instead of a vendor 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 withholding tax types.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may not allow for withholding tax processing, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master record (transaction code XK03 or MK03).
  Ensure that the withholding tax data is correctly maintained for the vendor in question. This includes checking the withholding tax type and the relevant tax codes.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that you are processing a supplier line item (vendor invoice) and not a customer line item. The withholding tax functionality is typically applicable to vendor transactions.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for withholding tax in the SAP system. This can be done through the following paths:
  
  SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? Accounts Payable ? Withholding Tax ? Define Withholding Tax Types
  Ensure that the withholding tax types and codes are correctly set up and assigned to the relevant vendors.
  
  
  
  
  
  Document Type Settings:
  
  Review the document type settings in the configuration to ensure that the document type you are using allows for withholding tax processing.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to reprocess the transaction to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on withholding tax processing for detailed guidelines on setup and troubleshooting.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit vendor master data and to process transactions involving withholding tax.
  
  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 within SAP.