How To Fix FMPEB103 - Tax document item (TAXPS) is inconsistent (BSET, BSEG)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMPEB - Partially Exempt Organizations

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Tax document item (TAXPS) is inconsistent (BSET, BSEG)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMPEB103 - Tax document item (TAXPS) is inconsistent (BSET, BSEG) ?

  The SAP error message FMPEB103 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the tax document item (TAXPS) between the tax data stored in the BSET table and the accounting document data in the BSEG table. This inconsistency can arise due to various reasons, such as incorrect tax calculations, data entry errors, or issues during document posting.
  Causes:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect manual entries during invoice creation or posting can lead to mismatches between tax and accounting data.
  Changes in Tax Configuration: Changes in tax codes or tax rates after documents have been posted can cause inconsistencies.
  Document Changes: If a document is changed after it has been posted, it may not update the tax data correctly.
  Custom Code Issues: Custom developments or enhancements that manipulate tax data may lead to inconsistencies.
  System Upgrades or Patches: Sometimes, system upgrades or patches can introduce inconsistencies if not properly managed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Consistency: Use transaction codes like FB03 to display the document and check for inconsistencies in the tax amounts.
  Repost the Document: If the document is found to be inconsistent, you may need to reverse and repost it to correct the tax data.
  Use Transaction Code SARA: If the issue is related to archived documents, you may need to check the archiving settings and ensure that the relevant data is available.
  Review Tax Configuration: Ensure that the tax codes and rates are correctly configured in the system. Check for any recent changes that might have affected the tax calculations.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use SAP standard reports or tools to check for inconsistencies in the BSET and BSEG tables.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error message.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the posting logic to identify where the inconsistency is occurring.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BSET Table: This table stores tax data for accounting documents, including tax amounts and tax codes.
  BSEG Table: This table contains line item data for accounting documents, including amounts and account information.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document), FB08 (Reverse Document), and FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the FMPEB103 error message.