How To Fix J1B_NFE351 - Expected &1 tax rate is &2 but tax rate in reference invoice is &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J1B_NFE - Message class for NF-e

• Message number: 351

• Message text: Expected &1 tax rate is &2 but tax rate in reference invoice is &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J1B_NFE351 - Expected &1 tax rate is &2 but tax rate in reference invoice is &3 ?

  The SAP error message J1B_NFE351 indicates a discrepancy between the expected tax rate and the tax rate found in a reference invoice. This error typically occurs in the context of Brazilian tax compliance, particularly when dealing with Nota Fiscal Eletrônica (NF-e) and tax calculations.
  Cause:
  
  
  Tax Rate Mismatch: The expected tax rate for a particular transaction does not match the tax rate that is recorded in the reference invoice. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect tax configuration in the system.
  Changes in tax legislation that have not been updated in the system.
  Manual entry errors when creating or processing invoices.
  Differences in tax rates between different states or municipalities.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The tax codes or tax determination procedures may not be set up correctly in the SAP system.
  
  
  Reference Invoice Issues: The reference invoice may have been created with an outdated or incorrect tax rate.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Tax Configuration:
  
  Check the tax configuration in the SAP system to ensure that the correct tax rates are set up for the relevant tax codes.
  Ensure that the tax determination procedure is correctly configured to reflect the current tax rates.
  
  
  
  Review Reference Invoice:
  
  Examine the reference invoice to confirm the tax rate applied. If it is incorrect, you may need to correct the invoice or create a new one with the correct tax rate.
  
  
  
  Update Tax Rates:
  
  If there have been changes in tax legislation, update the tax rates in the system accordingly. This may involve consulting with your finance or tax department to ensure compliance.
  
  
  
  Test Transactions:
  
  After making changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific guidance on handling tax rate discrepancies in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking configurations and invoices, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates related to tax handling in Brazil.
  Tax Compliance: Ensure that your organization is compliant with local tax regulations, as these can frequently change.
  Training: Consider training for users involved in invoice processing to minimize manual errors related to tax rates.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the mismatch and ensuring that your tax configurations are up to date, you can resolve the J1B_NFE351 error effectively.