How To Fix FCJ005 - For a split, enter a vendor without withholding tax type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCJ -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: For a split, enter a vendor without withholding tax type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCJ005 - For a split, enter a vendor without withholding tax type ?

  The SAP error message FCJ005 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a split payment in the system, specifically related to the withholding tax type for a vendor. This error typically arises when you are trying to process a payment that involves splitting the payment amount between different vendors or accounts, and one of the vendors involved has a withholding tax type assigned that is not compatible with the split payment process.
  Cause:
  
  Vendor Configuration: The vendor you are trying to use in the split payment may have a withholding tax type assigned in their master data. This is not allowed for split payments, as the system requires that at least one of the vendors in the split does not have a withholding tax type.
  Payment Method: The payment method being used may not be configured to handle split payments correctly.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type or the nature of the payment may not support withholding tax in conjunction with split payments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 or MK03).
  Check the withholding tax type assigned to the vendor. If the vendor is involved in a split payment, ensure that they do not have a withholding tax type assigned.
  If necessary, create a new vendor without a withholding tax type for the split payment.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payment Method:
  
  Review the payment method configuration in the system (transaction code FBZP).
  Ensure that the payment method allows for split payments and is configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Document:
  
  Check the payment document you are trying to process. Ensure that the split payment is set up correctly and that the amounts and vendors are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Help Portal for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Withholding Tax Configuration: Ensure that the withholding tax configuration in your SAP system is set up correctly. This includes the definition of withholding tax types and their applicability to vendors.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on handling split payments and withholding tax.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payment processing, vendor management, and withholding tax to understand the implications of these settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FCJ005 error and successfully process your split payment.