How To Fix FQ852 - Item &1: Tax amount larger than gross amount (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FQ - Payment Requests and Payment Program

• Message number: 852

• Message text: Item &1: Tax amount larger than gross amount (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FQ852 - Item &1: Tax amount larger than gross amount (&2) ?

  The SAP error message FQ852 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the tax amount and the gross amount for a specific item in a financial transaction. Specifically, it states that the tax amount is larger than the gross amount, which is not permissible in SAP's financial calculations.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Tax Calculation: The tax amount has been incorrectly calculated or entered, leading to a situation where the tax exceeds the total gross amount.
  Data Entry Error: Manual entry errors during invoice creation or posting can lead to incorrect values being inputted.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the tax configuration in the system, such as incorrect tax rates or settings that do not align with the business rules.
  Currency Conversion Issues: If the transaction involves multiple currencies, discrepancies in conversion rates may lead to incorrect tax calculations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Transaction: Check the specific item (indicated by &1) and verify the gross amount (&2) and the tax amount. Ensure that the tax amount is correctly calculated based on the gross amount.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to manual entry, correct the tax amount to ensure it is less than or equal to the gross amount.
  Check Tax Configuration: Review the tax configuration settings in the SAP system. Ensure that the tax codes and rates are set up correctly according to the applicable tax laws.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the correct tax amount, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with tax regulations.
  Test in a Sandbox Environment: If changes are made to the configuration, test the changes in a sandbox environment before applying them to the production system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice) or FB70 (Enter Outgoing Invoice) to review and correct the entries.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to tax calculations that may be relevant to your version of SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation regarding tax calculation and configuration for detailed guidance on setting up tax codes and rates.
  
  By addressing the underlying cause of the error, you can resolve the issue and ensure that future transactions are processed correctly without triggering the FQ852 error message.