How To Fix FWTM152 - Company code &1: &2 vendors with no withholding tax code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FWTM - Messages: Withholding Tax Changeover

• Message number: 152

• Message text: Company code &1: &2 vendors with no withholding tax code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FWTM152 - Company code &1: &2 vendors with no withholding tax code ?

  The SAP error message FWTM152 indicates that there are vendors in a specific company code that do not have a withholding tax code assigned. This can lead to issues when processing payments or invoices that are subject to withholding tax, as the system needs to know how much tax to withhold.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  Vendors are created or maintained without assigning a withholding tax code.
  The withholding tax configuration for the vendor is incomplete or incorrect.
  The vendor master data is not updated after changes in tax regulations or company policies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FWTM152 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Vendors:
  
  Use transaction code SE16N or SE11 to access the vendor master data table (LFA1 for general data, LFB1 for company code data).
  Filter by the company code mentioned in the error message and check for vendors without a withholding tax code.
  
  
  
  Assign Withholding Tax Codes:
  
  Go to transaction code XK02 (Change Vendor) or FK02 (Change Vendor - Company Code).
  Enter the vendor number and company code.
  Navigate to the Withholding Tax tab.
  Assign the appropriate withholding tax code based on the vendor's tax obligations.
  
  
  
  Review Vendor Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all relevant information is filled out correctly in the vendor master data, including the withholding tax type and code.
  Check if the withholding tax codes are correctly defined in the system (transaction code OBW2).
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try processing the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines related to withholding tax configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Withholding Tax Configuration: Ensure that the withholding tax types and codes are properly configured in the system. This includes defining the tax rates and the conditions under which withholding tax applies.
  Vendor Master Data Maintenance: Regularly review and maintain vendor master data to ensure compliance with tax regulations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to withholding tax and vendor management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FWTM152 error and ensure that your vendor master data is compliant with withholding tax requirements.