How To Fix FINS_CFIN_BC_V097 - Withholding tax code does not match in source and target.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_BC_V - Business Configuration Validations

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Withholding tax code does not match in source and target.

What causes this issue?

The withholding tax code for tax type &V1& must be the same in the
source system and the Central Finance system.
Withholding tax code in the source system is: &V3&
Withholding tax code in the Central Finance system is: &V4&

System Response

The posting cannot be completed in the Central Finance system during
ongoing replication.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

In the Central Finance system, check the withholding tax code &V4& in
the
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFORFBT059Z>Define Withholding Tax Codes</>
Customizing activity and compare the value with the source system.
In the Central Finance system, check the value mapping for the
withholding tax code. You might want to use transaction <LB>SA38</> with
program name <LB>RFINS_CFIN_MDG_MAPPING_TEST</> to test the mapping with
the mapping entity <LS>Withholding Tax Code</> (WT_WITHCD).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_BC_V097 - Withholding tax code does not match in source and target. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_BC_V097 indicates that there is a mismatch in the withholding tax codes between the source and target systems during a data transfer or migration process, particularly in the context of Central Finance (CFIN). This error typically arises when the withholding tax codes defined in the source system do not correspond to those in the target system.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch of Tax Codes: The withholding tax codes in the source system do not exist or are not correctly mapped to the corresponding codes in the target system.
  Configuration Issues: The withholding tax configuration may not be consistent between the two systems, leading to discrepancies.
  Data Migration Errors: During data migration, if the mapping of withholding tax codes is not properly defined, it can lead to this error.
  Customizations: If there are custom withholding tax codes in the source system that are not replicated in the target system, this can also cause the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the withholding tax code configuration in both the source and target systems. Ensure that all necessary codes are defined in both systems.
  Mapping Table: If you are using a mapping table for the migration, ensure that all withholding tax codes from the source system are correctly mapped to the target system.
  Create Missing Codes: If certain withholding tax codes are missing in the target system, create them to match the source system.
  Data Validation: Before migration, perform a data validation check to ensure that all relevant withholding tax codes are aligned between the two systems.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to Central Finance and withholding tax to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Testing: Conduct thorough testing in a development or quality assurance environment to ensure that the issue is resolved before moving to production.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on handling withholding tax codes in Central Finance.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like OBW1 (for maintaining withholding tax codes) and OBW2 (for defining withholding tax types) to review and adjust configurations.
  Central Finance Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the Central Finance configuration guide, which may provide insights into handling financial data and mappings effectively.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have taken to resolve it.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the withholding tax code mismatch in your SAP systems.