How To Fix VVSCCHECK426 - &1: Withholding tax supplement for G/L transfer posting is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VVSCCHECK - Payment Plan: Checks

• Message number: 426

• Message text: &1: Withholding tax supplement for G/L transfer posting is not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VVSCCHECK426 - &1: Withholding tax supplement for G/L transfer posting is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message VVSCCHECK426 indicates that there is an issue with the withholding tax supplement during a General Ledger (G/L) transfer posting. This error typically arises when the system detects that a withholding tax is being applied in a situation where it is not allowed, particularly in the context of transfer postings.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incompatible Transaction Type: The transaction type used for the G/L transfer posting may not support withholding tax.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for withholding tax in the SAP system may not be set up correctly for the specific G/L accounts involved in the transfer.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on the application of withholding tax.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The accounts involved in the transfer posting may not be set up to handle withholding tax correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Transaction Type: Ensure that the transaction type used for the G/L transfer posting is appropriate and supports withholding tax. If not, you may need to use a different transaction type.
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for withholding tax in the SAP system (Transaction code: OBW2 for withholding tax types).
  Verify that the withholding tax settings are correctly configured for the G/L accounts involved in the transfer.
  
  
  
  Document Type Settings: Check the document type settings to ensure that they allow for withholding tax where applicable. You can do this in the configuration settings for document types (Transaction code: OBA7).
  
  
  Account Assignment: Review the G/L accounts involved in the transfer posting to ensure they are set up to handle withholding tax. This includes checking the account master data for any restrictions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on withholding tax and G/L postings.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, perform a test transfer posting to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB50: G/L Account Document Entry
  F-02: General Posting
  OBW2: Withholding Tax Configuration
  OBA7: Document Type Configuration
  
  
  
  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) to further investigate the problem.