How To Fix FWTM174 - Company code &1: &2 cleared items with invalid withholding tax code &3

FWTM174 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FWTM - Messages: Withholding Tax Changeover

• Message number: 174

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FWTM174 - Company code &1: &2 cleared items with invalid withholding tax code &3 ?

  The SAP error message FWTM174 indicates that there are cleared items in a specific company code that have an invalid withholding tax code. This typically occurs during the processing of financial documents where withholding tax is applicable, and it can lead to issues in reporting and compliance.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Withholding Tax Code: The error arises when the system encounters cleared items (e.g., invoices or payments) that reference a withholding tax code that is not valid or has been deactivated.
  
  Configuration Issues: The withholding tax codes may not be properly configured in the system, or they may not be assigned to the relevant company code.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing configurations related to withholding tax codes.
  Changes in Tax Regulations: Changes in tax laws or regulations may render certain withholding tax codes invalid.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Withholding Tax Code: Verify the withholding tax code referenced in the