How To Fix /SAPCE/FK_C1008 - Document &1 contains tax items (&2) with different tax accounts (&3, &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCE/FK_C1 -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Document &1 contains tax items (&2) with different tax accounts (&3, &4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCE/FK_C1008 - Document &1 contains tax items (&2) with different tax accounts (&3, &4) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCE/FK_C1008 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the tax accounts associated with tax items in a financial document. Specifically, the error states that the document contains tax items that are linked to different tax accounts, which is not allowed in the context of the transaction being processed.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to the following reasons:
  
  Multiple Tax Accounts: The document includes tax items that reference different tax accounts. This can happen if different tax codes are used that are configured to post to different accounts.
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of tax codes and their associated accounts in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during document creation can lead to the selection of different tax codes that are linked to different accounts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Document: Check the document in question to identify the tax items and their associated tax accounts. You can do this by displaying the document in the relevant transaction (e.g., FB03 for financial documents).
  
  
  Check Tax Codes: Verify the tax codes used in the document. Ensure that all tax items are using the same tax code or that they are configured to post to the same tax account.
  
  
  Configuration Check: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for tax codes in the SAP system (Transaction code: OB40 for tax codes).
  Ensure that the tax codes used in the document are correctly configured to post to the same tax account.
  
  
  
  Correct the Document: If you find discrepancies, you may need to correct the document by either changing the tax codes or adjusting the tax items to ensure they all reference the same tax account.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the correct tax codes or accounts to use, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with tax regulations and internal policies.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, try to post the document again to see if the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FB02 (Change Document), and OB40 (Maintain Tax Codes).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to tax account configurations and error messages.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on tax configuration and financial document processing for best practices and guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.