How To Fix /ATL/GENERAL258 - Enter parameter &; company & has activated extended withholding tax

/ATL/GENERAL258 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ATL/GENERAL -

• Message number: 258

• Message text: Enter parameter &; company & has activated extended withholding tax

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL258 - Enter parameter &; company & has activated extended withholding tax ?

  The SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL258 indicates that a specific company code has activated extended withholding tax functionality, but a required parameter has not been entered. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions where withholding tax is applicable.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Parameters: The error suggests that certain parameters related to withholding tax have not been entered or are incomplete. This could include details such as tax codes, tax types, or other relevant withholding tax parameters.
  
  Configuration Issues: The company code may be configured to use extended withholding tax, but the necessary settings or master data (like vendor or customer master records) are not properly maintained.
  Transaction Type: The transaction being processed may not be compatible with the extended withholding tax settings, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Parameters: Review the transaction to ensure that all required parameters for withholding tax are entered correctly. This includes checking the withholding tax codes and ensuring they are applicable