/ATL/GENERAL258 - Enter parameter &; company & has activated extended withholding tax

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ATL/GENERAL -

• Message number: 258

• Message text: Enter parameter &; company & has activated extended withholding tax

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL258 - Enter parameter &; company & has activated extended withholding tax ?

  The SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL258 indicates that a specific company code has activated extended withholding tax functionality, but a required parameter has not been entered. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions where withholding tax is applicable.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Parameters: The error suggests that certain parameters related to withholding tax have not been entered or are incomplete. This could include details such as tax codes, tax types, or other relevant withholding tax parameters.
  Configuration Issues: The company code may be configured to use extended withholding tax, but the necessary settings or master data (like vendor or customer master records) are not properly maintained.
  Transaction Type: The transaction being processed may not be compatible with the extended withholding tax settings, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Parameters: Review the transaction to ensure that all required parameters for withholding tax are entered correctly. This includes checking the withholding tax codes and ensuring they are applicable to the transaction.
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for withholding tax in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Payable > Withholding Tax > Basic Settings and ensure that the settings for extended withholding tax are correctly configured for the company code in question.
  
  
  Vendor/Customer Master Data: 
  
  Check the vendor or customer master data to ensure that the withholding tax information is correctly maintained. This includes verifying that the withholding tax type and code are assigned correctly.
  Use Transaction Codes like FK03 (Display Vendor) or FD03 (Display Customer) to check the relevant master data.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further guidance on extended withholding tax settings and requirements.
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, test the transaction again to see if the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Extended Withholding Tax: This feature allows for more complex withholding tax scenarios, including multiple tax rates and exemptions. It is essential to ensure that all related configurations are correctly set up.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and modify withholding tax parameters.
  
  If the problem continues 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 withholding tax configurations.