How To Fix FMEF018 - Calculated amount from price/quantity specfctns deviates from doc. amount

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMEF - Messages for Earmarked Funds

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Calculated amount from price/quantity specfctns deviates from doc. amount

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMEF018 - Calculated amount from price/quantity specfctns deviates from doc. amount ?

  The SAP error message FMEF018 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the calculated amount based on the price and quantity specifications and the document amount in a financial transaction. This error typically arises in the context of invoice verification or when processing financial documents in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Price/Quantity Mismatch: The most common cause is that the price or quantity specified in the document does not match the expected values based on the configuration or master data.
  Currency Differences: If there are currency conversions involved, discrepancies can arise due to exchange rate differences.
  Rounding Issues: Rounding differences can occur when the calculated amount is rounded differently than the document amount.
  Manual Adjustments: If manual adjustments were made to the amounts in the document, they may not align with the calculated values.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in pricing procedures or master data settings can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Document Amounts: Check the amounts in the document against the calculated amounts based on the price and quantity. Ensure that they match.
  Check Master Data: Review the master data for the materials, vendors, or customers involved to ensure that the pricing conditions are set up correctly.
  Review Pricing Conditions: Ensure that the pricing conditions in the pricing procedure are correctly defined and applied.
  Adjust for Rounding: If rounding is causing the issue, consider adjusting the rounding settings in the configuration.
  Currency Settings: If currency conversion is involved, verify that the exchange rates are correct and consistent across the relevant documents.
  Reprocess the Document: If necessary, reverse the document and re-enter it with the correct amounts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice), MIRO (Invoice Verification), or FB02 (Change Document) to review and adjust the documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the calculation is going wrong.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on pricing procedures and invoice verification.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial processes within SAP.