How To Fix IDFIVAT059 - Tax base and tax amount are not properly entered

IDFIVAT059 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDFIVAT - FI Localization

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Tax base and tax amount are not properly entered

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IDFIVAT059 - Details

• The SAP error message IDFIVAT059, which states "Tax base and tax amount are not properly entered," typically occurs in the context of tax calculations in financial transactions, particularly when dealing with VAT (Value Added Tax) or similar tax types. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy or an issue with how the tax base (the amount on which tax is calculated) and the tax amount (the actual tax charged) are entered in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Tax Base or Amount: The tax base or tax amount may have been entered incorrectly, leading to a mismatch.
  Missing Tax Information: Required fields for tax base or tax amount may be left blank.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the tax configuration in the system, such as incorrect tax codes or settings.
  Currency Mismatch: If the transaction involves multiple currencies, there may be a mismatch between the currency of the tax base and the tax amount.
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