How To Fix VVSCCHECK418 - &1: Withholding tax supp. &2 defined as invalid for IO &3, partner &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VVSCCHECK - Payment Plan: Checks

• Message number: 418

• Message text: &1: Withholding tax supp. &2 defined as invalid for IO &3, partner &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VVSCCHECK418 - &1: Withholding tax supp. &2 defined as invalid for IO &3, partner &4 ?

  The SAP error message VVSCCHECK418 indicates that there is an issue with the withholding tax settings for a specific Internal Order (IO) and partner in the system. This error typically arises when the withholding tax type defined for a particular transaction is not valid for the specified internal order or partner.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Withholding Tax Type: The withholding tax type defined for the transaction is not valid for the specified internal order (IO) or the partner (vendor/customer).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the withholding tax settings in the SAP system, such as missing or incorrect entries in the withholding tax type configuration.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the partner (vendor/customer) may not have the correct withholding tax information set up.
  Internal Order Settings: The internal order may not be configured to allow the specified withholding tax type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Withholding Tax Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for withholding tax in SAP (Transaction code: OBWW).
  Verify that the withholding tax type is correctly defined and is valid for the relevant country and transaction type.
  
  
  
  Review Internal Order Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the internal order (Transaction code: KO03) to ensure that it is configured to allow the specified withholding tax type.
  Ensure that the internal order is assigned to the correct controlling area and that the necessary settings for withholding tax are enabled.
  
  
  
  Verify Partner Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor or customer master data (Transaction codes: XK03 for vendors, XD03 for customers) to ensure that the withholding tax type is correctly assigned.
  Ensure that the partner has the necessary withholding tax information filled out in their master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific notes or guidelines related to withholding tax configuration and error handling.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary 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 on withholding tax configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBWW (Withholding Tax Configuration), KO03 (Display Internal Order), and XK03/XD03 (Display Vendor/Customer).
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to configuration settings and master data.
  
  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 and controlling (FI/CO) within SAP.