How To Fix ID_CFM_DERIVED_FLOWS003 - Either enter data for withholding tax or for sales tax

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ID_CFM_DERIVED_FLOWS - ID: Control in CFM

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Either enter data for withholding tax or for sales tax

What causes this issue?

You have set the indicators for both the withholding tax and the sales
tax. You are not permitted to make entries in both categories.

How to fix this error?

Enter either data for the withholding tax or the sales tax.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ID_CFM_DERIVED_FLOWS003 - Either enter data for withholding tax or for sales tax ?

  The SAP error message ID_CFM_DERIVED_FLOWS003 indicates that there is a requirement to enter either withholding tax data or sales tax data in a transaction, but neither has been provided. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, such as invoicing or payment processing, where tax information is necessary for compliance and accurate financial reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Information: The transaction requires either withholding tax or sales tax information, but neither has been entered.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to handle tax calculations, leading to the absence of required tax data.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have overlooked entering the necessary tax information during the transaction process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Required Tax Data:
  
  Review the transaction and ensure that either withholding tax or sales tax information is entered.
  If withholding tax is applicable, ensure that the relevant withholding tax codes and amounts are filled in.
  If sales tax is applicable, ensure that the sales tax codes and amounts are provided.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the tax configuration in the SAP system is set up correctly. This includes checking tax codes, tax calculation procedures, and any relevant settings in the financial module.
  Ensure that the appropriate tax types are activated in the system for the relevant company codes and transaction types.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Provide training to users on how to correctly enter tax information in transactions to avoid this error in the future.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling tax-related entries in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the transaction to identify any underlying issues in the code or configuration that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., FB60 for vendor invoices, FB70 for customer invoices) where this error might occur.
  Tax Reporting: Understand the implications of withholding tax and sales tax on financial reporting and compliance to ensure accurate data entry.
  
  By addressing the missing tax information and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the error message ID_CFM_DERIVED_FLOWS003 effectively.