How To Fix RDSV_OUTPUT_XX008 - Withholding tax &1 is not applicable

RDSV_OUTPUT_XX008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDSV_OUTPUT_XX - Output validation of master data

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Withholding tax &1 is not applicable

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDSV_OUTPUT_XX008 - Withholding tax &1 is not applicable ?

  The SAP error message RDSV_OUTPUT_XX008 indicates that a withholding tax (WT) type is not applicable for the transaction you are trying to process. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions where withholding tax is relevant, such as vendor payments or invoice processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The withholding tax type may not be properly configured in the system for the specific transaction or vendor.
  Tax Code Issues: The tax code associated with the transaction may not be linked to the withholding tax type.
  Vendor Master Data: The vendor master data may not have the necessary withholding tax information maintained.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being processed may not be eligible for withholding tax.
  Country-Specific Regulations: Certain withholding tax types may only apply to specific countries or regions, and the transaction may not meet those criteria.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for withholding tax in SAP (Transaction Code: OBWW).
  Ensure that the withholding tax type is