How To Fix FINS_CFIN_BC_V105 - Formula for calculating WTax for key &2 is not defined in target system.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_BC_V - Business Configuration Validations

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Formula for calculating WTax for key &2 is not defined in target system.

What causes this issue?

The formula for calculating withholding tax for the country key is
defined in the source system, but <ZH>not</> in the Central Finance
system. The formula for calculating withholding tax must match in the
source system and the Central Finance system.
The formula for calculating withholding tax for key &V2& must be defined
in the Central Finance system.

System Response

The posting <ZH>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, go to the
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFORFBT059FBH>Define Formulas for Calculating Withholding
Tax</> Customizing activity (table &V1&) and define an entry for key
&V2& (Country Key / Currency Key / Withholding Tax Type / Withholding
Tax Code / Withholding Tax Country Key / Valid from / Base Amount for
Withholding Tax Calculation).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_BC_V105 - Formula for calculating WTax for key &2 is not defined in target system. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_BC_V105 indicates that there is an issue with the calculation of withholding tax (WTax) in the target system, specifically that the formula for calculating WTax for a certain key is not defined. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Central Finance or when dealing with financial data transfers between systems.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The withholding tax calculation formula may not be configured in the target system. This can happen if the system has not been set up to handle specific withholding tax types or if the necessary configuration has not been transported from the source system.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies between the source and target systems regarding the withholding tax keys or types. If the source system has a specific withholding tax configuration that does not exist in the target system, this error can occur.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in missing or incomplete data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the transaction code OBT1 (for maintaining withholding tax types) and verify that the withholding tax type in question is defined in the target system.
  Ensure that the relevant calculation formula is set up correctly for the withholding tax type.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Formula:
  
  If the formula is indeed missing, you will need to define it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for withholding tax in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  You may need to consult with your SAP FI consultant to ensure that the formula is set up correctly according to your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Transport Configuration:
  
  If the configuration exists in the source system but not in the target system, you may need to transport the relevant configuration settings. Ensure that all necessary objects are included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates: 
  
  Ensure that both the source and target systems are on compatible versions and have the latest updates applied. Sometimes, discrepancies can arise from version differences.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the withholding tax calculation works as expected and that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to withholding tax configuration and the specific error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on withholding tax configuration to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and making the necessary adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FINS_CFIN_BC_V105 and ensure that withholding tax calculations are correctly defined in your target system.