How To Fix J3RFREGINV408 - Linked VAT &1 of incoming invoice &2 greater than possible VAT &3

J3RFREGINV408 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3RFREGINV - Invoice Registration Journal

• Message number: 408

• Message text: Linked VAT &1 of incoming invoice &2 greater than possible VAT &3

What causes this issue?

You entered a VAT amount for linking that is greater than the possible
remaining VAT amount including any other links to this invoice.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

J3RFREGINV408 - Details

• The SAP error message J3RFREGINV408 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the VAT (Value Added Tax) amounts associated with an incoming invoice. Specifically, it means that the linked VAT amount for the incoming invoice exceeds the maximum allowable VAT amount for that invoice.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect VAT Calculation: The VAT amount calculated for the invoice may have been entered incorrectly or calculated incorrectly based on the invoice details.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of VAT rates or tax codes in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors when inputting the invoice details, such as incorrect amounts or tax codes.
  Currency Conversion Issues: If the invoice involves multiple currencies, discrepancies may arise due to conversion rates.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Invoice Details: Check the incoming invoice for any discrepancies in the amounts entered, especially the VAT amount. Ensure that the amounts are correct and correspond to the expected values.
  Verify VAT Configuration: Ensure that the