How To Fix EB264 - Sales/purchase tax difference not distributed correctly (CA &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EB - IS-U invoicing

• Message number: 264

• Message text: Sales/purchase tax difference not distributed correctly (CA &1)

What causes this issue?

A VAT difference has occurred. The system could not distribute the
difference correctly.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Send an error message to SAP.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EB264 - Sales/purchase tax difference not distributed correctly (CA &1) ?

  The SAP error message EB264, which states "Sales/purchase tax difference not distributed correctly (CA &1)," typically occurs in the context of tax calculations in sales and purchasing documents. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy in how the sales or purchase tax is being distributed across the relevant line items in a document.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Tax Configuration: The tax codes or tax calculation procedures may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Document Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the document itself, such as mismatched tax amounts between line items and the overall document.
  Currency Issues: If the document involves multiple currencies, discrepancies in currency conversion rates can lead to tax differences.
  Manual Adjustments: Manual changes to tax amounts or line items after the document has been created can lead to this error.
  Incomplete Tax Data: Missing or incomplete tax data for certain line items can cause the system to be unable to distribute the tax correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Tax Configuration: Review the tax codes and calculation procedures in the SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes checking the tax rates and the relevant tax jurisdiction settings.
  Review Document Line Items: Examine the line items in the document for any discrepancies in tax amounts. Ensure that the tax amounts are consistent across all line items.
  Recalculate Tax: If there are discrepancies, try recalculating the tax for the document. This can often be done by using the "Recalculate" function in the document.
  Check Currency Settings: If the document involves multiple currencies, ensure that the currency conversion rates are correct and that the tax amounts are being calculated appropriately.
  Adjust Manually: If necessary, make manual adjustments to the tax amounts to ensure they are distributed correctly across the line items.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice), FB70 (Enter Outgoing Invoice), or MIRO (Enter Incoming Invoice) to review and adjust the documents.
  SAP Help Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on tax configuration and error handling.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.