How To Fix 8B154 - Total tax is not balanced with lines taxes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 154

• Message text: Total tax is not balanced with lines taxes

What causes this issue?

The segment total tax is not balanced with the line taxes.

System Response

It is not possible to continue.

How to fix this error?

Please correct the item tax values.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B154 - Total tax is not balanced with lines taxes ?

  The SAP error message 8B154 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the total tax amount and the individual line item tax amounts in a document, such as an invoice or a purchase order. This error typically arises during the posting of financial documents where tax calculations are involved.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Tax Calculation: The total tax calculated for the document does not match the sum of the taxes calculated for each line item.
  Incorrect Tax Codes: The tax codes used in the line items may not be set up correctly, leading to incorrect tax calculations.
  Rounding Differences: Rounding differences in tax calculations can lead to discrepancies between the total tax and the sum of line item taxes.
  Manual Adjustments: If manual adjustments were made to the tax amounts, they may not align with the calculated totals.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the tax configuration in the system, such as incorrect tax rates or settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Line Item Taxes: Check each line item in the document to ensure that the tax amounts are calculated correctly and that they align with the expected tax rates.
  Verify Total Tax Calculation: Ensure that the total tax amount is correctly calculated based on the line item tax amounts.
  Check Tax Codes: Review the tax codes used in the document to ensure they are configured correctly in the system.
  Adjust for Rounding: If rounding differences are causing the issue, consider adjusting the tax amounts to ensure they balance.
  Recalculate Taxes: If necessary, recalculate the taxes for the document to ensure accuracy.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the tax settings and ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice) or MIRO (Enter Incoming Invoice) to review and correct the document.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to tax calculations that may address this error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on tax configuration and calculations for further guidance on setting up taxes correctly.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.