How To Fix FWTM153 - Company code &1: &2 vendors with withholding tax code &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FWTM - Messages: Withholding Tax Changeover

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Company code &1: &2 vendors with withholding tax code &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FWTM153 - Company code &1: &2 vendors with withholding tax code &3 ?

  The SAP error message FWTM153 indicates an issue related to withholding tax codes for vendors in a specific company code. The message typically states that there are a certain number of vendors (indicated by &2) associated with a specific withholding tax code (indicated by &3) in the specified company code (indicated by &1). This error usually arises during processes such as invoice processing or payment runs where withholding tax is applicable.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The withholding tax code may not be properly configured in the system for the specified company code.
  Vendor Master Data: The vendor master data may not have the necessary withholding tax information maintained.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the withholding tax settings between the vendor master and the company code settings.
  Tax Code Assignment: The withholding tax code may not be assigned to the relevant vendor or may not be valid for the transaction being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master record (transaction code XK03 or FK03) and verify that the withholding tax information is correctly maintained for the relevant company code.
  Ensure that the withholding tax code is assigned to the vendor.
  
  
  
  Review Withholding Tax Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of withholding tax codes in the system (transaction code OBW2) to ensure that the withholding tax code is correctly set up for the company code.
  Ensure that the withholding tax type and the relevant settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Validate Tax Code Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the withholding tax code is valid for the transaction type you are processing.
  Check if the withholding tax code is assigned to the relevant tax types in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on withholding tax configuration and vendor master data requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK03: Display Vendor
  FK03: Display Vendor (Accounting)
  OBW2: Withholding Tax Types
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to withholding tax codes and vendors.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit vendor 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.