How To Fix ICC_NF_WRITER026 - Tax rates with 4 decimal places are only allowed for PIS and COFINS

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICC_NF_WRITER - Messages for Nota Fiscal Writer, Numbering and Printing

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Tax rates with 4 decimal places are only allowed for PIS and COFINS

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICC_NF_WRITER026 - Tax rates with 4 decimal places are only allowed for PIS and COFINS ?

  The SAP error message ICC_NF_WRITER026 indicates that there is an issue with the tax rates being used in a transaction, specifically that tax rates with four decimal places are only permitted for the PIS (Program of Social Integration) and COFINS (Contribution for the Financing of Social Security) taxes in Brazil. This error typically arises when the system encounters a tax rate that has four decimal places for taxes other than PIS and COFINS.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Tax Configuration: The tax rate for a specific tax type (e.g., ICMS, IPI) is configured with four decimal places, which is not allowed.
  Data Entry Error: During the entry of tax rates, a user may have mistakenly entered a tax rate with four decimal places for a tax type that does not support it.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the relevant tax codes may have been incorrectly set up, leading to the use of invalid tax rates.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Tax Configuration:
  
  Go to the tax configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant tax settings and check the decimal places allowed for each tax type.
  Ensure that only PIS and COFINS have four decimal places configured.
  
  
  
  Adjust Tax Rates:
  
  Identify the tax codes that are causing the error.
  Change the tax rates to have a maximum of two decimal places for taxes other than PIS and COFINS.
  This can be done in the tax code configuration or directly in the master data for the relevant tax codes.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the materials, customers, or vendors involved in the transaction.
  Ensure that the tax codes assigned to these entities are correct and do not have invalid rates.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Tax Types in Brazil: Understanding the different tax types and their regulations in Brazil is crucial. PIS and COFINS are federal taxes that can have more precise rates due to their specific calculation methods.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on tax configuration and compliance in Brazil.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ICC_NF_WRITER026 error and ensure that your tax rates are correctly configured in SAP.