How To Fix FWTM164 - Company code &1: &2 open items with invalid withholding tax code &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FWTM - Messages: Withholding Tax Changeover

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Company code &1: &2 open items with invalid withholding tax code &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FWTM164 - Company code &1: &2 open items with invalid withholding tax code &3 ?

  The SAP error message FWTM164 indicates that there are open items in a specified company code that are associated with an invalid withholding tax code. This error typically arises during the processing of financial transactions where withholding tax is applicable, and it suggests that the system has encountered issues with the withholding tax configuration or the specific tax codes being used.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Withholding Tax Code: The withholding tax code referenced in the error message is not valid for the specified company code. This could be due to:
  
  The tax code not being defined in the system.
  The tax code being inactive or not assigned to the relevant company code.
  The tax code being incorrectly configured.
  
  
  
  Open Items: There are open items (e.g., invoices, payments) that are linked to the invalid withholding tax code, which prevents the system from processing them correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Withholding Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for withholding tax in SAP (Transaction Code: OBWW or similar).
  Verify that the withholding tax code in question is defined and active for the relevant company code.
  Ensure that the tax code is correctly configured with the necessary parameters.
  
  
  
  Review Open Items:
  
  Use transaction codes like FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to identify the open items associated with the invalid withholding tax code.
  Analyze the open items to determine why they are linked to the invalid tax code.
  
  
  
  Correct Open Items:
  
  If the withholding tax code is indeed invalid, you may need to change the withholding tax code on the open items to a valid one.
  This can be done by reversing the transactions and re-entering them with the correct withholding tax code or by using the appropriate transaction to change the withholding tax code directly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration or the changes needed, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBWW (Withholding Tax Types), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), and FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to withholding tax issues, as they may provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to withholding tax codes and open items.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FWTM164 error and ensure that your withholding tax configurations are correct.