How To Fix FB682 - No text exists for withholding tax type & in language & => language &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 682

• Message text: No text exists for withholding tax type & in language & => language &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FB682 - No text exists for withholding tax type & in language & => language & ?

  The SAP error message FB682 indicates that there is no text available for a specific withholding tax type in the specified language. This error typically arises when you are trying to process a transaction that involves withholding tax, but the system cannot find the necessary text description for the withholding tax type in the language you are using.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Entries: The most common cause is that the text for the withholding tax type has not been maintained in the system for the specified language.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The language settings in your user profile or the transaction may not match the available texts in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of withholding tax types in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Text for Withholding Tax Type:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBW1 (or navigate through the menu: Financial Accounting > Accounts Payable > Withholding Tax > Withholding Tax Types).
  Select the withholding tax type that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the text for the withholding tax type is maintained for the required language. If not, add the necessary text.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Verify your user profile settings to ensure that the correct language is set. You can check this in the user settings (transaction code SU01).
  If you are using a specific transaction, ensure that the language parameter is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access, review the configuration settings for withholding tax types to ensure that they are set up correctly. This can be done in the configuration menu under Financial Accounting.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the specific withholding tax type or its configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBW1: Maintain Withholding Tax Types
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this issue or provide additional guidance.
  Language Settings: SAP supports multiple languages, and text maintenance is crucial for proper functionality in different locales.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FB682 error and ensure that the necessary texts for withholding tax types are available in the required language.