How To Fix FMBGA035 - Several tax codes are not permitted, split the FI document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMBGA - Messages for Public-Owned Commercial Operations

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Several tax codes are not permitted, split the FI document

What causes this issue?

It is not possible to create a FI document with several G/L account
items in a request, this is because some G/L account items have the
same PCO <DS:GLOS.3526B98CAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>FM account
assignment</>, but have different tax codes.
You cannot enter several G/L account items with different tax codes
when you are posting to a PCO.

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?

Split the FI document, by creating a FI document with G/L account items
that have the same tax code.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMBGA035 - Several tax codes are not permitted, split the FI document ?

  The SAP error message FMBGA035 indicates that there are multiple tax codes present in a financial document that are not allowed to be processed together. This typically occurs when a document contains line items with different tax codes that cannot be combined in a single posting due to configuration settings or legal requirements.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Tax Codes: The document contains line items with different tax codes that are not allowed to be posted together.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to prevent the posting of documents with multiple tax codes for specific transaction types or accounts.
  Legal Requirements: Certain jurisdictions may have regulations that require tax codes to be handled separately.
  
  Solution:
  
  Split the Document: The most straightforward solution is to split the financial document into separate documents, each containing only one tax code. This can be done manually by creating multiple entries or using the document splitting functionality in SAP.
  Review Tax Code Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system to see if the restriction on multiple tax codes can be adjusted. This may involve consulting with your SAP FI (Financial Accounting) configuration team.
  Check Account Settings: Ensure that the accounts involved in the transaction are set up correctly to allow for the intended tax codes.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines on handling tax codes in your region.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB01 (Post Document) or FB50 (G/L Account Document Entry) to create or modify financial documents.
  Tax Code Configuration: The configuration of tax codes can be found in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide) under Financial Accounting (FI) > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Tax on Sales/Purchases.
  Document Splitting: If document splitting is enabled in your system, ensure that it is configured correctly to handle different tax codes appropriately.
  
  Additional Steps:
  
  Testing: After making any changes, test the posting process with a sample document to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  User Training: Provide training to users on how to handle documents with multiple tax codes to prevent this error in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after trying these solutions, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in SAP FI for further assistance.