How To Fix EB228 - Total amount &1 in print document &4 is not the same as sum in line &2


EB228 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: EB - IS-U invoicing

  • Message number: 228

  • Message text: Total amount &1 in print document &4 is not the same as sum in line &2

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  • What causes this issue?

    Total amount &V1& from the header of print document &V4& is different to
    the total amounts in the selected print document lines &V2&. (Contract
    account &V3&).

    System Response

    If this error message occurs during invoicing, the document cannot be
    posted.
    Processing is terminated

    How to fix this error?

    Note:
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    The transaction/report
    The entries that lead to this error
    Send a problem message with this information to SAP.

    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 EB228 - Total amount &1 in print document &4 is not the same as sum in line &2 ?
    The SAP error message EB228 indicates a discrepancy between the total amount in a print document and the sum of the individual line items. This error typically arises in the context of billing documents, invoices, or other financial documents where amounts are calculated and printed.
    
    Cause: Data Entry Errors: There may be mistakes in the amounts entered for individual line items, leading to a mismatch with the total amount. Changes After Calculation: If the total amount was calculated before changes were made to the line items (e.g., discounts, additional charges), the total may not reflect the current line item amounts. Rounding Issues: Rounding differences in calculations can sometimes lead to discrepancies between the total and the sum of the line items. Document Modifications: If the document was modified after the initial calculation (e.g., adding or removing line items), the total may not have been updated accordingly.
    Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of

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