How To Fix FWTM370 - Table &1: Withholding tax code &2 does not exist in country &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FWTM - Messages: Withholding Tax Changeover

• Message number: 370

• Message text: Table &1: Withholding tax code &2 does not exist in country &3

What causes this issue?

Withholding tax code &V2& has not been maintained for country &V3& in
Customizing for classic withholding tax.

System Response

Documents that use this classic withholding tax code cannot be
converted.

How to fix this error?

Before carrying out the conversion, include withholding tax code &V2&
for country &V3& in Customizing for classic withholding tax. Add to or
check the settings that you made in the step "Assign types/codes".

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FWTM370 - Table &1: Withholding tax code &2 does not exist in country &3 ?

  The SAP error message FWTM370 indicates that there is an issue with the withholding tax configuration in the system. Specifically, it means that the withholding tax code specified does not exist for the given country in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The withholding tax code specified in the transaction does not exist in the configuration for the specified country.
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Country-Specific Settings: The withholding tax code may not be set up for the specific country in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in data entry when inputting the withholding tax code or country.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP configuration settings for withholding tax (Transaction code: OBWW).
  Verify that the withholding tax code exists for the specified country.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create/Modify Withholding Tax Code:
  
  If the withholding tax code is missing, you can create it by navigating to the appropriate configuration path:
  
  SPRO > Financial Accounting > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Withholding Tax > Withholding Tax Types > Define Withholding Tax Types.
  
  
  Ensure that the withholding tax code is correctly defined for the relevant country.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the transaction where the error occurred to ensure that the correct withholding tax code and country are being used.
  Correct any typos or errors in the input.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to withholding tax configuration for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Withholding Tax Types: Understand the different types of withholding taxes applicable in your country and how they are configured in SAP.
  Country-Specific Regulations: Be aware of the local tax regulations that may affect withholding tax codes and their configurations.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the withholding tax configuration in SAP.
  
  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 tax configurations.