How To Fix FIQA_LOC003 - Extended withholding tax functions are not active for company code &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIQA_LOC - FI Localization for Qatar

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Extended withholding tax functions are not active for company code &1

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIQA_LOC003 - Extended withholding tax functions are not active for company code &1 ?

  The SAP error message FIQA_LOC003 indicates that the extended withholding tax functions are not active for the specified company code. This error typically arises when you attempt to process transactions that require extended withholding tax functionality, but the configuration for that functionality has not been set up for the company code in question.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Not Active: The extended withholding tax functionality has not been activated for the specified company code in the SAP system.
  Missing Settings: The necessary settings for withholding tax types or codes may not be defined or activated in the system.
  Company Code Specific: The error is specific to the company code mentioned in the error message, meaning that other company codes may have the functionality active.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error FIQA_LOC003, follow these steps:
  
  
  Activate Extended Withholding Tax:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO (Customizing) ? Financial Accounting ? Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable ? Withholding Tax ? Withholding Tax Types.
  Check if the extended withholding tax is activated for the relevant company code. If not, activate it.
  
  
  
  Define Withholding Tax Types:
  
  Ensure that the withholding tax types are defined correctly for the company code.
  Go to SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable ? Withholding Tax ? Define Withholding Tax Types.
  Make sure that the necessary withholding tax types are set up and assigned to the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Settings:
  
  Verify that the company code is correctly configured to use the extended withholding tax functionality.
  Go to SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable ? Withholding Tax ? Activate Extended Withholding Tax.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration steps, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (to check company code settings) or OBW1 (to configure withholding tax) during the troubleshooting process.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to withholding tax functionality.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FIQA_LOC003 error and successfully activate the extended withholding tax functions for the specified company code.