How To Fix FWTM384 - Table &1, country &2, inconsistency for type &3, code &4 (==> long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FWTM - Messages: Withholding Tax Changeover

• Message number: 384

• Message text: Table &1, country &2, inconsistency for type &3, code &4 (==> long text)

What causes this issue?

One or more of the withholding tax codes that you use in classic
withholding tax is reflected in the following combination for country
&V2&: Withholding tax type &V3&/withholding tax code &V4&. The
withholding tax minimum amount used for this combination does not equal
zero.

System Response

Withholding tax is calculated differently before and after the
changeover.

How to fix this error?

Check the following settings and correct them if necessary:
Customizing for extended withholding tax: Minimum and maximum amounts
Assignment of withholding tax types/codes (second step in conversion
run)

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FWTM384 - Table &1, country &2, inconsistency for type &3, code &4 (==> long text) ?

  The SAP error message FWTM384 indicates an inconsistency in a specific table related to tax configuration. This error typically arises in the context of tax determination and configuration settings in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with tax codes, countries, and types.
  Cause:
  The error message FWTM384 is triggered when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the tax configuration settings for a specific country and tax type. This could be due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing Configuration: The required tax configuration for the specified country and tax type is not set up in the system.
  Incorrect Data: There may be incorrect or incomplete data entries in the relevant tax tables.
  Changes in Tax Regulations: Updates or changes in tax regulations that have not been reflected in the SAP configuration.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, inconsistencies may arise if the data does not match the expected format or values in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FWTM384 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (for tax codes) or OB40 (for tax determination) and verify that the tax codes and configurations for the specified country and type are correctly set up.
  Ensure that all necessary tax types and codes are defined for the relevant country.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Tables:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant tax tables (e.g., T007, T007S) for any inconsistencies or missing entries.
  Look for the specific entries related to the country and tax type mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  
  Update Tax Codes:
  
  If there are changes in tax regulations, ensure that the tax codes are updated accordingly in the system.
  Consult with your finance or tax department to ensure compliance with current tax laws.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks or reports to identify any other potential inconsistencies in the tax configuration.
  Use transaction SARA to archive or delete any obsolete or incorrect entries if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to tax configuration for your specific version of SAP, as there may be specific guidelines or updates that need to be applied.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: OBYZ, OB40, SE16, SE11, SARA
  Tax Configuration Tables: T007 (Tax Codes), T007S (Tax Type), T001 (Company Codes)
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on tax configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the FWTM384 error in your SAP system.