How To Fix FCJ032 - Only one withholding tax item permitted per withholding tax type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCJ -

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Only one withholding tax item permitted per withholding tax type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCJ032 - Only one withholding tax item permitted per withholding tax type ?

  The SAP error message FCJ032, which states "Only one withholding tax item permitted per withholding tax type," typically occurs when you are trying to process a transaction that involves withholding tax, and the system detects that there is more than one withholding tax item for a specific withholding tax type in the same transaction.
  Cause:
  
  
  Multiple Withholding Tax Items: The primary cause of this error is that the system has detected multiple withholding tax items for the same withholding tax type in a single transaction. This can happen if:
  
  The vendor or customer master data has multiple withholding tax types assigned.
  The transaction being processed (like an invoice) has been incorrectly configured to include multiple withholding tax items for the same type.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of withholding tax types in the system, leading to incorrect processing of withholding tax items.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Transaction Data: Check the transaction (e.g., invoice) that is causing the error. Ensure that there is only one withholding tax item for each withholding tax type. You can do this by:
  
  Going to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., FB60 for vendor invoices).
  Reviewing the withholding tax section to see if there are multiple entries for the same withholding tax type.
  
  
  
  Adjust Master Data: If the vendor or customer master data has multiple withholding tax types assigned, consider adjusting it to ensure that only the necessary withholding tax types are included.
  
  
  Configuration Check: If the issue persists, check the configuration of withholding tax types in the SAP system:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for withholding tax (Transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Withholding Tax > Define Withholding Tax Types.
  Ensure that the settings are correct and that there are no conflicting configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on handling withholding tax configurations and transactions.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Withholding Tax Types: Understand the different withholding tax types that are configured in your system and their implications on transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user processing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to make changes to withholding tax items.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financial Accounting.