How To Fix /SAPPCE/DPCM1076 - Withholding tax category &1 with posting not allowed for invoice entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPCE/DPCM1 -

• Message number: 076

• Message text: Withholding tax category &1 with posting not allowed for invoice entry

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1076 - Withholding tax category &1 with posting not allowed for invoice entry ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1076 indicates that there is an issue with the withholding tax category specified in the invoice entry. Specifically, it states that the posting is not allowed for the given withholding tax category. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Withholding Tax Category: The withholding tax category specified in the invoice may not be configured to allow postings. This could be due to settings in the withholding tax configuration.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the specified withholding tax category.
  Master Data Configuration: The vendor or customer master data may not have the correct withholding tax category assigned.
  Tax Code Issues: The tax code used in the invoice may not be compatible with the withholding tax category.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Withholding Tax Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for withholding tax in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Payable > Withholding Tax > Withholding Tax Types.
  Ensure that the withholding tax category is correctly configured to allow postings.
  
  
  
  Review Invoice Entry:
  
  Check the invoice entry for the correct withholding tax category. Make sure it matches the configuration in the system.
  If necessary, change the withholding tax category in the invoice to one that is allowed for posting.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor or customer master data to ensure that the correct withholding tax category is assigned.
  You can do this by using transaction codes like FK03 (Display Vendor) or FD03 (Display Customer).
  
  
  
  Check Posting Period:
  
  Ensure that the posting period is open for the transaction date of the invoice. You can check this in the transaction code OB52.
  
  
  
  Tax Code Validation:
  
  Verify that the tax code used in the invoice is compatible with the withholding tax category. You can check this in the tax code configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to withholding tax configuration and postings to ensure compliance with local regulations.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test posting to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting and tax configurations.