How To Fix M8_2402 - Correct the tax bases and amounts

M8_2402 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 402

• Message text: Correct the tax bases and amounts

What causes this issue?

During the check of the tax amounts for each tax code, a difference was
discovered between the amounts entered and the amounts calculated by the
system.

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?

Correct the tax bases and amounts. To do so, choose the tab page "Tax".

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2402 - Correct the tax bases and amounts ?

  The SAP error message M8_2402, which states "Correct the tax bases and amounts," typically occurs during the processing of a transaction that involves tax calculations, such as when creating or posting an invoice, goods receipt, or other financial documents. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy in the tax bases or amounts that need to be corrected before the transaction can be completed.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Tax Configuration: The tax codes or tax rates may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Mismatched Tax Amounts: The tax amounts calculated do not match the expected values based on the tax base.
  Currency Issues: If the transaction involves multiple currencies, discrepancies may arise due to conversion rates.
  Document Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the document itself, such as incorrect item values or tax codes.
  Master Data Issues: The vendor or customer master data may have incorrect tax information.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Tax Configuration: Check the tax codes and rates