How To Fix R$066 - Total of tax amounts not equal to tax amount of transaction

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R$ -

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Total of tax amounts not equal to tax amount of transaction

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R$066 - Total of tax amounts not equal to tax amount of transaction ?

  The SAP error message R$066, which states "Total of tax amounts not equal to tax amount of transaction," typically occurs during the posting of financial documents when the total of the tax amounts calculated does not match the tax amount specified in the transaction. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during invoice postings, payment processing, or when creating financial documents.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Tax Configuration: The tax rates or tax codes may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Manual Entry Errors: The tax amount may have been manually entered incorrectly, leading to discrepancies.
  Multiple Tax Codes: If multiple tax codes are applied to a transaction, the sum of the individual tax amounts may not match the total tax amount.
  Currency Conversion Issues: If the transaction involves multiple currencies, conversion rates may lead to discrepancies in tax calculations.
  Rounding Differences: Rounding differences in tax calculations can also lead to this error.
  Document Splitting: If document splitting is enabled, it may cause issues if the tax amounts are not properly allocated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Tax Configuration: Review the tax codes and rates in the system to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes checking the tax determination procedure.
  Verify Manual Entries: If the tax amount was entered manually, double-check the entry for accuracy.
  Recalculate Tax: If applicable, recalculate the tax amounts based on the correct tax codes and rates.
  Review Document Splitting Settings: If document splitting is enabled, ensure that the tax amounts are correctly allocated across the split documents.
  Check Currency Settings: If the transaction involves multiple currencies, verify that the currency conversion rates are correct and that they are applied consistently.
  Adjust Rounding Settings: If rounding differences are suspected, review the rounding settings in the tax calculation configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB60 (Invoice), FB70 (Customer Invoice), or FBL1N (Vendor Line Items) to review the documents causing the error.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to tax calculations and this specific error message.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the transaction to identify where the discrepancy occurs in the tax calculation logic.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to tax configuration and postings for additional guidance.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting and tax configuration.