How To Fix FD193 - Taxes for & & are different; Item: & - Totals: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FD - EDI Messages in FI

• Message number: 193

• Message text: Taxes for & & are different; Item: & - Totals: &

What causes this issue?

Tax amounts were transferred at item level and at totals level. The
amounts deviated from each other for the specified tax code.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check in the intermediate document that caused this error.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FD193 - Taxes for & & are different; Item: & - Totals: & ?

  The SAP error message FD193 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the tax amounts for a specific item in a financial document. This error typically arises during the processing of invoices, payments, or other financial transactions where tax calculations are involved. The message format usually includes placeholders for the relevant details, such as the tax codes, item number, and total amounts.
  Cause:
  
  Tax Code Mismatch: The tax codes used in the transaction may not match the expected tax codes for the relevant jurisdiction or business area.
  Incorrect Tax Amounts: The calculated tax amounts may differ from the expected totals due to incorrect configuration or data entry.
  Document Changes: If the document has been changed after the initial tax calculation, it may lead to inconsistencies.
  Master Data Issues: Problems with customer/vendor master data, such as incorrect tax classification or settings, can lead to this error.
  Tax Jurisdiction: The tax jurisdiction may not be set up correctly, leading to different tax rates being applied.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Tax Codes: Check the tax codes used in the transaction and ensure they are correct and consistent with the applicable tax regulations.
  Verify Tax Amounts: Compare the calculated tax amounts with the expected amounts. If there are discrepancies, investigate the source of the error.
  Check Document Changes: If the document has been modified, recheck the tax calculations and ensure they are updated accordingly.
  Update Master Data: Ensure that the customer/vendor master data is accurate, particularly the tax classification and settings.
  Consult Tax Configuration: Review the tax configuration in the SAP system to ensure that it is set up correctly for the relevant jurisdictions and business areas.
  Recalculate Taxes: If necessary, recalculate the taxes for the document to ensure that they are accurate.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoices), FB70 (Enter Outgoing Invoices), or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to review the relevant documents.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to tax calculations and error FD193.
  Tax Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system under the Financial Accounting (FI) module, particularly in the area of tax determination and calculation.
  Testing: If changes are made, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that no new issues arise.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in tax configuration within SAP.