How To Fix J1B_NFE357 - Simulated tax rate for tax type &1 must be &2; check tax code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 357

• Message text: Simulated tax rate for tax type &1 must be &2; check tax code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J1B_NFE357 - Simulated tax rate for tax type &1 must be &2; check tax code ?

  The SAP error message J1B_NFE357 indicates that there is an issue with the tax rate configuration for a specific tax type in the system. This error typically arises in the context of Brazilian tax reporting, particularly when dealing with the Nota Fiscal Eletrônica (NF-e) and related tax calculations.
  Cause:
  The error message "Simulated tax rate for tax type &1 must be &2; check tax code" suggests that the system has encountered a discrepancy between the expected tax rate for a given tax type and the actual tax rate configured in the system. This can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Tax Code Configuration: The tax code used in the transaction may not be correctly configured to reflect the appropriate tax rates for the specified tax type.
  Missing or Incorrect Tax Rate: The tax rate for the specified tax type may not be defined in the system, or it may be set incorrectly.
  Changes in Legislation: Tax rates may have changed due to new legislation, and the system may not have been updated accordingly.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry for the transaction that is causing the mismatch.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB40 (or the relevant transaction for your version) to review the tax code configuration.
  Ensure that the tax code is correctly set up with the appropriate tax rates for the relevant tax types.
  
  
  
  Verify Tax Rates:
  
  Use transaction code J1BTAX to check the tax rates defined for the specific tax type in question.
  Ensure that the tax rates are up-to-date and reflect the current legal requirements.
  
  
  
  Update Tax Rates:
  
  If the tax rates are outdated or incorrect, update them accordingly. This may involve consulting with your finance or tax department to ensure compliance with current regulations.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the tax calculations are correct.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with SAP support for any specific notes or updates related to tax configuration in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Check for User Exits or Enhancements:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system that might affect tax calculations, review them to ensure they are functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on tax configuration for Brazil.
  Legal Changes: Stay informed about any changes in Brazilian tax legislation that may affect tax rates and configurations.
  Training: Consider training for users involved in tax configuration to minimize errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the J1B_NFE357 error message in your SAP system.