How To Fix MSINT471 - Withholding tax type &1 is not relevant for the interest calculation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSINT - Interest Calculation, Reports RFINT****

• Message number: 471

• Message text: Withholding tax type &1 is not relevant for the interest calculation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSINT471 - Withholding tax type &1 is not relevant for the interest calculation ?

  The SAP error message MSINT471 indicates that a specific withholding tax type is not relevant for interest calculation in the context of financial transactions. This error typically arises when the system is trying to calculate interest on a payment or invoice, but the withholding tax type associated with that transaction is not set up to be included in the interest calculation.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The withholding tax type may not be configured correctly in the system. It might not be marked as relevant for interest calculation.
  Incorrect Tax Type Assignment: The withholding tax type assigned to the vendor or customer may not be appropriate for the transaction being processed.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction (e.g., invoice, payment) may not support the specific withholding tax type for interest calculations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for withholding tax in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Payable > Withholding Tax > Define Withholding Tax Types.
  Ensure that the withholding tax type in question is marked as relevant for interest calculation.
  
  
  
  Review Vendor/Customer Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor or customer master data to ensure that the correct withholding tax type is assigned.
  Use transaction codes like FK03 (Display Vendor) or FD03 (Display Customer) to review the master data.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Validation:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are processing supports the withholding tax type for interest calculations. This may involve checking the specific transaction settings or types in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific notes or guidelines related to withholding tax and interest calculations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MSINT471 error and implement a solution to resolve it.