How To Fix SIPT805 - Total value is greater than in original invoice &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIPT - SIPT: Digital Signature Portugal

• Message number: 805

• Message text: Total value is greater than in original invoice &1

What causes this issue?

You have entered a credit or discount amount in a document with a
Portuguese company code or sales organization that is higher than the
total amount of the document that you have used as a reference document.
Under Portuguese law, this is not allowed, and the system stops and
aborts the processing.

System Response

The system checks the total amount of the document that the discount or
credit amount is referenced to.
The system raises:
A warning message when the amount that exceeds the original amount is
caused by a temporary rounding difference.

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

If the credit or discount amount is too high and is not caused by a
rounding difference, the system will also stop and abort the processing
after a warning message.
An error message when you entered an amount that exceeds the tolerance
for the temporary rounding difference.
After an error, the system stops and aborts the processing.

How to fix this error?

If the system raises a warning message<(>,<)> you must ensure that the
credit or discount amount is not too high, before you can proceed
posting your document.
You must decrease the credit or discount amount if the value is too
high.

Procedure for System Administrators

An abort is the correct system behavior when a warning message was
confirmed by the user before posting. It means that the posting was not
legal.
The system checks the amount only when the rounding difference is
cleared. This is only possible when the document cannot be edited
anymore. The system can prevent a posting at this moment without
creating a number gap only by an abort.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIPT805 - Total value is greater than in original invoice &1 ?

  The SAP error message SIPT805, which states "Total value is greater than in original invoice &1," typically occurs in the context of invoice processing, particularly when dealing with credit memos or adjustments. This error indicates that the total value of the document you are trying to post (such as a credit memo) exceeds the total value of the original invoice referenced.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Values: The total amount being entered in the new document (credit memo or adjustment) is greater than the total amount of the original invoice.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been an error in entering the amounts, leading to an inflated total.
  Multiple Adjustments: If multiple adjustments or credit memos are being processed against the same invoice, the cumulative total may exceed the original invoice amount.
  Currency Differences: If there are currency conversions involved, discrepancies may arise due to exchange rate differences.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Amounts: Check the total amount of the original invoice referenced in the error message. Ensure that the total amount you are trying to post does not exceed this value.
  Adjust the New Document: If the new document (credit memo or adjustment) is indeed greater than the original invoice, you will need to adjust the amount to ensure it is less than or equal to the original invoice amount.
  Review Previous Adjustments: If there have been previous adjustments or credit memos against the same invoice, review those to ensure that the total of all adjustments does not exceed the original invoice amount.
  Check Currency Settings: If applicable, ensure that the currency settings and exchange rates are correctly configured and that they align with the original invoice.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling invoices and credit memos in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice), FB65 (Enter Credit Memo), and others that may be involved in the process.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify invoices and credit memos in the system.
  Training: If you frequently encounter this error, consider additional training on invoice processing within SAP to better understand the system's requirements and constraints.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further assistance.