How To Fix 8B759 - Values for tax rate with 4 dec. places only used in reporting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 759

• Message text: Values for tax rate with 4 dec. places only used in reporting

What causes this issue?

You have entered a tax rate with 2 and 4 decimal places for the same key
fields.

System Response

The tax rate with 4 decimal places is solely used for reports, such as
the following:
SPED PIS/COFINS report (transaction<DS:TRAN.J1BPIS>J1BPIS)</>
SPED EFD report (transaction J_1BEFD)
IN86 report (transaction S_P6B_12000028)

How to fix this error?

If the tax rate with 4 decimal places is also to be used for MM and SD
processes, only maintain the tax rate with 4 decimal places for the
corresponding period.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B759 - Values for tax rate with 4 dec. places only used in reporting ?

  The SAP error message 8B759 indicates that there is an issue with the tax rate configuration in the system, specifically that the tax rate is defined with four decimal places, which is only applicable for reporting purposes. This error typically arises when the system expects tax rates to be defined with fewer decimal places for processing transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Tax Rate Configuration: The tax rate in the system is set up with four decimal places, which is not supported for certain transactions or calculations.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to execute may not support tax rates with four decimal places.
  Country-Specific Regulations: Some countries have specific regulations regarding the number of decimal places for tax rates, and the system may be enforcing these rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Adjust Tax Rate Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB40 (or the relevant configuration path) to check the tax rate settings.
  Modify the tax rate to use only two decimal places, which is the standard for most transactions.
  Ensure that the tax codes are correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Tax Code Settings:
  
  Use transaction code FTXP to review the tax codes and their associated rates.
  Ensure that the tax codes are set up correctly and that the rates are defined with the appropriate number of decimal places.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Settings:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction, review the settings and configurations related to that transaction to ensure compatibility with the tax rate definitions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any country-specific requirements regarding tax rates.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error message.
  Tax Reporting: Understand how tax reporting works in your specific SAP environment, as this may affect how tax rates are configured and used.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to tax rate configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.