How To Fix F5A145 - Enter either only the net amount or only the gross amount

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5A - Document Editing

• Message number: 145

• Message text: Enter either only the net amount or only the gross amount

What causes this issue?

You have entered both a net and gross amount for the cash journal
document. The net amount does not agree with the amount calculated by
the system from the tax code and the gross amount. The tax code
consists of more than one tax component.

System Response

The system determines a difference between the calculated net amount
and the net amount you entered, but cannot assign the difference.

How to fix this error?

When using this tax code, enter either only the gross amount, or only
the net amount, or, change the tax code.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5A145 - Enter either only the net amount or only the gross amount ?

  The SAP error message F5A145, which states "Enter either only the net amount or only the gross amount," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions where both net and gross amounts are being entered, but the system requires that only one of these values be provided.
  Cause:
  This error arises when:
  
  Both the net amount and the gross amount are entered in a transaction where only one is allowed.
  The system is configured to calculate one amount based on the other, and having both values leads to ambiguity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Identify the Fields: Check the fields in the transaction where you are entering the amounts. You should see fields for both net and gross amounts.
  Choose One Amount: Decide whether you want to enter the net amount or the gross amount based on your business requirements.
  
  If you enter the net amount, the system will calculate the gross amount based on applicable taxes or other factors.
  If you enter the gross amount, the system will calculate the net amount after deducting taxes or other applicable charges.
  
  
  Clear the Unused Field: Make sure to clear the field that you do not want to use. For example, if you decide to enter the net amount, ensure that the gross amount field is left blank.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Understanding Net and Gross Amounts: 
  
  Net Amount: The amount after deductions (like taxes, discounts, etc.).
  Gross Amount: The total amount before any deductions.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings: In some cases, the behavior of these fields can be influenced by configuration settings in the SAP system. If you frequently encounter this error, it may be worth discussing with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to see if adjustments can be made to the configuration.
  
  
  Documentation and Help: If you continue to experience issues, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your organization's implementation of SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your transaction.