How To Fix FWTM115 - Withholding tax code &1 for vendor &2 not converted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FWTM - Messages: Withholding Tax Changeover

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Withholding tax code &1 for vendor &2 not converted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FWTM115 - Withholding tax code &1 for vendor &2 not converted ?

  The SAP error message FWTM115 indicates that there is an issue with the withholding tax code for a specific vendor. The message states that the withholding tax code specified (represented by &1) for the vendor (represented by &2) has not been converted. This typically occurs during the migration or upgrade of the system, or when there are inconsistencies in the configuration of withholding tax codes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The withholding tax code may not be properly configured in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from an older version of SAP or from another system, the withholding tax codes may not have been correctly mapped or converted.
  Vendor Master Data Issues: The vendor master data may not have the necessary withholding tax information or may be incomplete.
  Inconsistent Tax Codes: The withholding tax code used for the vendor may not exist in the current configuration or may have been deleted or changed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for withholding tax codes in SAP (Transaction Code: OBW2).
  Ensure that the withholding tax code in question is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Vendor Master Data:
  
  Use Transaction Code XK03 (or MK03 for purchasing) to display the vendor master data.
  Check if the withholding tax code is assigned correctly to the vendor.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review:
  
  If this error occurred during a data migration, review the mapping of withholding tax codes to ensure they were correctly converted.
  You may need to run a data consistency check or a migration report to identify any discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Update Vendor Information:
  
  If the withholding tax code is missing or incorrect, update the vendor master data with the correct withholding tax code using Transaction Code XK02 (or MK02 for purchasing).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to withholding tax configuration and migration for any specific instructions or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Withholding Tax Configuration: Understanding how withholding tax is configured in SAP is crucial. This includes knowing the different types of withholding tax codes and their implications on transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FWTM115 error and ensure that the withholding tax codes for your vendors are correctly configured.