How To Fix FICA_Q005 - Withhold. tax rate for code &1 and supplement &2 is missing in country &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICA_Q - FI-CA Withholding Tax

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Withhold. tax rate for code &1 and supplement &2 is missing in country &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICA_Q005 - Withhold. tax rate for code &1 and supplement &2 is missing in country &3 ?

  The SAP error message FICA_Q005 indicates that there is a missing withholding tax rate for a specific tax code and supplement in a particular country. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions where withholding tax needs to be calculated, but the necessary configuration is not in place.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The withholding tax rate for the specified tax code and supplement has not been defined in the system for the specified country.
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code being used in the transaction may not be correctly set up or may not correspond to the expected configuration.
  Country-Specific Regulations: Different countries have different regulations regarding withholding tax, and the required rates may not have been maintained in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP configuration settings for withholding tax. This can typically be found under Financial Accounting (FI) > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Withholding Tax > Define Withholding Tax Types.
  Ensure that the withholding tax type, code, and supplement are correctly defined for the relevant country.
  
  
  
  Maintain Tax Rates:
  
  If the withholding tax rate is missing, you will need to maintain it. This can be done in the same configuration area where you define withholding tax types.
  Enter the appropriate withholding tax rate for the specified tax code and supplement for the relevant country.
  
  
  
  Check Tax Code Usage:
  
  Verify that the tax code being used in the transaction is correct and corresponds to the withholding tax type you are trying to apply.
  Ensure that the tax code is active and properly linked to the relevant accounts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any country-specific documentation or guidelines regarding withholding tax to ensure compliance with local regulations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the withholding tax is calculated correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBW1 (for maintaining withholding tax types) and OBW2 (for maintaining withholding tax codes) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to withholding tax configuration that may provide additional guidance or solutions.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the withholding tax configuration in SAP.
  
  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 tax configurations.