How To Fix RETMFI059 - There is no withholding tax data in master record

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RETMFI - Messages for Posting Terms

• Message number: 059

• Message text: There is no withholding tax data in master record

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RETMFI059 - There is no withholding tax data in master record ?

  The SAP error message RETMFI059 indicates that there is no withholding tax data in the master record for the vendor or customer you are trying to process. This error typically occurs when you are attempting to post an invoice or make a payment that requires withholding tax information, but the relevant master data does not have the necessary withholding tax settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Withholding Tax Data: The vendor or customer master record does not have withholding tax information maintained.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data may not be set up correctly for the specific country or tax type.
  Data Not Updated: Changes in tax regulations or requirements may not have been reflected in the master data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RETMFI059 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Vendor/Customer Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor or customer master record in SAP (transaction codes like XK03 for vendors or FD03 for customers).
  Navigate to the "Withholding Tax" tab.
  Ensure that the appropriate withholding tax types are maintained for the relevant country.
  
  
  
  Maintain Withholding Tax Data:
  
  If the withholding tax data is missing, you will need to maintain it. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction code XK01 for vendors or FD01 for customers to create or update the master record.
  Fill in the necessary withholding tax information, including the relevant tax types and rates.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Tax Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the withholding tax types are correctly configured in the system. This can be done through the SPRO configuration settings under Financial Accounting (FI) > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Withholding Tax.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After updating the master data, try to perform the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the withholding tax requirements for your specific country or scenario, consult the SAP documentation or your finance department for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Withholding Tax Types: Different countries have different withholding tax types and rates. Make sure you are using the correct ones for your transactions.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit vendor/customer master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to withholding tax in your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RETMFI059 error and ensure that your vendor or customer master records are properly set up for withholding tax processing.