How To Fix FICUSTOM340 - Withholding tax info in master record &1 missing: Check wthldng tax &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICUSTOM - Customizable Messages for Funds Management

• Message number: 340

• Message text: Withholding tax info in master record &1 missing: Check wthldng tax &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICUSTOM340 - Withholding tax info in master record &1 missing: Check wthldng tax &2 ?

  The SAP error message FICUSTOM340 indicates that there is missing withholding tax information in the master record for a specific vendor or customer. This error typically arises when you are trying to process a transaction that requires withholding tax information, but the necessary data is not available in the master record.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Withholding Tax Type: The withholding tax type specified in the transaction is not maintained in the vendor or customer master record.
  Incomplete Master Data: The vendor or customer master record does not have the required withholding tax information filled out.
  Incorrect Configuration: The withholding tax configuration in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to missing links between the tax type and the master record.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Vendor/Customer Master Record:
  
  Go to the vendor or customer master record (transaction codes like XK03 for vendors or XD03 for customers).
  Check the withholding tax information section to ensure that the relevant withholding tax types are maintained.
  
  
  
  Maintain Withholding Tax Data:
  
  If the withholding tax type is missing, you need to maintain it. You can do this by editing the vendor or customer master record and entering the required withholding tax information.
  Ensure that the withholding tax type specified in the error message is included in the master record.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for withholding tax in the SAP system (transaction code OBWW for withholding tax types).
  Ensure that the withholding tax types are correctly configured and linked to the appropriate vendor or customer categories.
  
  
  
  Test the Transaction:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to execute the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Withholding Tax Types: These are defined in the system and can vary based on the country and specific tax regulations.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as XK03, XD03, OBWW, and others for managing vendor/customer data and configuration.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on maintaining withholding tax information and understanding the implications of withholding tax in financial transactions.
  
  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.