How To Fix FR454 - Choose company codes either with withholding tax 1 or withholding tax 2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 454

• Message text: Choose company codes either with withholding tax 1 or withholding tax 2

What causes this issue?

Both company codes with withholding tax 1 and company codes with
withholding tax 2 are contained in the selection parameters.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

A simultaneous message about company codes which use withholding tax 1
and company codes which use withholding tax 2 is not possible. Change
the company code selection.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR454 - Choose company codes either with withholding tax 1 or withholding tax 2 ?

  The SAP error message FR454, which states "Choose company codes either with withholding tax 1 or withholding tax 2," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions involving withholding tax in SAP. This error indicates that there is a mismatch in the configuration of withholding tax settings for the company codes involved in the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Company Code Configuration: The company codes selected in the transaction do not have consistent withholding tax settings. Specifically, one company code may be configured to use Withholding Tax Type 1, while another is set up for Withholding Tax Type 2.
  Transaction Type: The transaction being processed may require a specific withholding tax type that is not aligned with the selected company codes.
  Master Data Issues: Vendor or customer master data may not be correctly set up with the appropriate withholding tax information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the company codes involved in the transaction.
  Ensure that both company codes are configured to use the same withholding tax type (either Withholding Tax Type 1 or Withholding Tax Type 2).
  You can check this in the SAP menu under SPRO > Financial Accounting > Accounts Payable > Withholding Tax > Define Withholding Tax Types.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Verify the transaction data to ensure that the correct company codes are being used.
  If necessary, adjust the company codes in the transaction to match the withholding tax configuration.
  
  
  
  Vendor/Customer Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor or customer master data to ensure that the withholding tax types are correctly assigned.
  You can do this by navigating to the vendor or customer master record and reviewing the withholding tax information.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your organization's configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Withholding Tax Types: In SAP, withholding tax types are used to categorize different types of withholding taxes that may apply to transactions. Each company code can have different configurations based on local tax regulations.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice) or FB70 (Enter Outgoing Invoice) where this error might occur.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financial Accounting for further assistance.