How To Fix /PRA/WH_PROC063 - Withholding type accounts are not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/WH_PROC -

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Withholding type accounts are not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/WH_PROC063 - Withholding type accounts are not maintained ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/WH_PROC063 indicates that withholding type accounts are not maintained in the system. This error typically arises in the context of withholding tax processing, where the system requires specific accounts to be set up for different withholding tax types.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system attempts to process a transaction that involves withholding tax, but the necessary accounts for the specified withholding type have not been defined in the configuration. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The withholding tax type has not been assigned to the relevant accounts in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Settings: The accounts may be incorrectly configured or not linked to the appropriate withholding tax type.
  Data Entry Issues: The transaction data may reference a withholding tax type that is not properly set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the withholding type accounts are correctly maintained in the system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the following path:
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Financial Accounting (New) -> Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) -> Withholding Tax -> Withholding Tax Types -> Define Withholding Tax Types
  
  
  
  
  Define Withholding Tax Accounts:
  
  In the configuration for withholding tax types, ensure that the necessary accounts (such as withholding tax payable, withholding tax receivable, etc.) are defined for each withholding tax type you are using.
  Make sure that the accounts are correctly assigned to the relevant withholding tax types.
  
  
  
  Check the Withholding Tax Type:
  
  Verify that the withholding tax type being used in the transaction is correctly set up in the system.
  Ensure that the tax type is active and that all required fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct accounts to use, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your financial team to ensure compliance with local tax regulations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for maintaining company code settings) or OBD2 (for maintaining withholding tax types) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to withholding tax processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /PRA/WH_PROC063 and ensure that your withholding tax processing is functioning correctly.