How To Fix F5639 - Total amount for tax distribution is not equal to the item amount

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 639

• Message text: Total amount for tax distribution is not equal to the item amount

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5639 - Total amount for tax distribution is not equal to the item amount ?

  The SAP error message F5639, which states "Total amount for tax distribution is not equal to the item amount," typically occurs during the processing of financial documents, such as invoices or payment transactions, where tax amounts are being calculated and distributed across line items. This error indicates a mismatch between the total amount of the line item and the sum of the tax amounts that have been distributed to that line item.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Tax Calculation: The tax amounts calculated for the line items may not add up to the total amount of the item.
  Manual Adjustments: If manual adjustments were made to the tax amounts or the item amount, it could lead to discrepancies.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the tax settings or tax codes in the SAP system can lead to improper tax calculations.
  Currency Differences: If there are currency conversions involved, discrepancies may arise due to rounding differences.
  Data Entry Errors: Mistakes in entering amounts or tax codes can lead to mismatches.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Line Item Amounts: Check the line item amounts and ensure that the total amount matches the sum of the tax amounts.
  Check Tax Codes: Verify that the correct tax codes are being used and that they are configured properly in the system.
  Recalculate Taxes: If manual adjustments were made, consider recalculating the tax amounts to ensure they align with the item amounts.
  Adjust Document: If the document is incorrect, you may need to adjust the amounts or tax distributions to ensure they match.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the tax settings and ensure they are set up correctly.
  Check for Rounding Issues: If currency conversions are involved, check for any rounding issues that may be causing the discrepancy.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice) or FB70 (Enter Outgoing Invoice) to review the documents causing the error.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to tax calculations and the specific error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on tax calculation and distribution to ensure compliance with local tax regulations.
  Testing: If changes are made to configurations or tax codes, conduct thorough testing in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to the production system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.