How To Fix FB665 - Extended withholding tax cannot be transferred without master data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 665

• Message text: Extended withholding tax cannot be transferred without master data

What causes this issue?

You have selected the "extended withholding tax" field, but have not
selected the "master data" checkbox.

System Response

The data for extended withholding tax will not be transferred.

How to fix this error?

If you want the extended withholding tax data to be transferred, you
also have to select the "master data" checkbox.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FB665 - Extended withholding tax cannot be transferred without master data ?

  The SAP error message FB665, which states "Extended withholding tax cannot be transferred without master data," typically occurs when there is an attempt to process a transaction involving extended withholding tax, but the necessary master data for the withholding tax is missing or incomplete.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Data: The vendor or customer master data does not have the required withholding tax information set up. This includes the withholding tax type, rate, and other relevant details.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for withholding tax in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to issues when trying to process transactions.
  Transaction Type: The transaction being processed may not be compatible with the withholding tax settings in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor or customer master data (transaction codes such as XK03 for vendors or XD03 for customers).
  Ensure that the withholding tax information is correctly maintained. This includes checking the withholding tax type, rate, and any other relevant fields.
  If the data is missing, you will need to update the master data accordingly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for withholding tax in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the withholding tax types and codes are correctly defined and linked to the appropriate accounts.
  Verify that the necessary settings for extended withholding tax are activated.
  
  
  
  Transaction Review:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are trying to process is appropriate for the withholding tax settings. For example, certain transaction types may not require withholding tax or may have different requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring and managing withholding tax.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to withholding tax processing.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit master data related to withholding tax.
  
  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 withholding tax configurations.