How To Fix FWTM020 - &1, &2: Extended withholding tax activated by &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FWTM - Messages: Withholding Tax Changeover

• Message number: 020

• Message text: &1, &2: Extended withholding tax activated by &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FWTM020 - &1, &2: Extended withholding tax activated by &3 ?

  The SAP error message FWTM020 indicates an issue related to the configuration of extended withholding tax in the system. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or misconfiguration in the withholding tax settings for a vendor or customer.
  Cause:
  The error message FWTM020 is triggered when:
  
  Extended withholding tax is activated for a specific vendor or customer, but the necessary configurations or data are not set up correctly.
  The system is trying to process a transaction that requires withholding tax, but the relevant withholding tax codes or settings are not properly defined or are missing.
  There may be inconsistencies in the withholding tax type or the tax codes assigned to the vendor/customer.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FWTM020 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Vendor/Customer Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor or customer master record and verify that the withholding tax information is correctly maintained.
  Ensure that the appropriate withholding tax types and codes are assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Withholding Tax Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for withholding tax in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Check the settings under "Financial Accounting" -> "Accounts Payable" or "Accounts Receivable" -> "Withholding Tax" to ensure that extended withholding tax is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Tax Codes:
  
  Ensure that the tax codes used for withholding tax are correctly defined and activated in the system.
  Check if the tax codes are assigned to the relevant company codes and are valid for the transaction type being processed.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are trying to process is compatible with the extended withholding tax settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific notes or guidelines related to the FWTM020 error.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration.
  FK03: Display vendor master data.
  FD03: Display customer master data.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error message.
  
  
  
  User Roles:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to vendor/customer master data and configuration settings.
  
  
  
  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.