How To Fix TM071 - Discount withholding indicator is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TM - Messages for FIMA

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Discount withholding indicator is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TM071 - Discount withholding indicator is missing ?

  The SAP error message TM071, which states "Discount withholding indicator is missing," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with withholding tax calculations in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to process a transaction because the necessary withholding tax indicator for discounts is not defined or is missing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The withholding tax indicator for discounts has not been set up in the system.
  Incorrect Master Data: The vendor or customer master data may not have the appropriate withholding tax information.
  Transaction Type: The specific transaction type being processed may not have the necessary withholding tax settings.
  Document Type: The document type being used may not be configured to handle withholding tax correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TM071 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Payable > Withholding Tax > Basic Settings > Define