How To Fix WRMA_CAT016 - Sum tax amount distributed items &1 not euqal to main item &2: &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRMA_CAT - RMA cost allocation

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Sum tax amount distributed items &1 not euqal to main item &2: &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRMA_CAT016 - Sum tax amount distributed items &1 not euqal to main item &2: &3 ?

  The SAP error message:
  WRMA_CAT016 Sum tax amount distributed items &1 not equal to main item &2: &3
  typically occurs in the context of tax calculation and distribution in SAP, especially during invoice verification, credit/debit memo processing, or tax distribution in financial documents.
  
  Meaning of the Error
  
  
  Cause:
  
  The sum of the tax amounts on the distributed (sub) items does not match the tax amount on the main item. In other words, when tax amounts are split or distributed across multiple items or cost centers, the total tax amount calculated on these distributed items differs from the tax amount on the original (main) item.
  
  
  Parameters:  
  
  &1 = Number of distributed items  
  &2 = Main item number  
  &3 = The tax amount difference or discrepancy value
  
  
  
  
  Common Causes
  
  
  Rounding Differences:
  
  When tax amounts are distributed across multiple items, rounding differences can cause the sum of distributed tax amounts to differ slightly from the main item tax amount.
  
  
  Incorrect Tax Distribution Logic:
  
  Custom logic or user exits that distribute tax amounts incorrectly.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency:
  
  Manual changes or inconsistencies in tax amounts on distributed items.
  
  
  Configuration Issues:
  
  Incorrect tax calculation or distribution settings in the system.
  
  
  Currency or Decimal Precision Issues:
  
  Differences in currency decimal places or precision settings.
  
  
  
  Solutions / Troubleshooting Steps
  
  
  Check Tax Calculation and Distribution Logic:
  
  Review the tax distribution logic, especially if custom enhancements or user exits are used. Ensure that the tax amounts are correctly prorated and rounded.
  
  
  Review Rounding Settings:
  
  Check the rounding rules in the tax procedure and currency settings. Adjust rounding precision if necessary.
  
  
  Compare Tax Amounts:
  
  Compare the tax amount on the main item with the sum of tax amounts on distributed items to identify the discrepancy.
  
  
  Adjust Tax Amounts Manually (if applicable):
  
  If allowed, manually adjust the tax amounts on distributed items to match the main item tax amount.
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify tax procedure configuration (transaction OBYZ or FTXP) and ensure tax codes and calculation procedures are correctly maintained.
  
  
  Check Currency Settings:
  
  Ensure that currency decimal places and precision are consistent across the document.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to this error message for any known bugs or patches.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  Invoice Verification: MIRO  
  Tax Configuration: FTXP  
  Tax Procedure: OBYZ  
  Document Display: FB03
  
  
  
  SAP Modules:  
  
  FI (Financial Accounting)  
  MM (Materials Management)  
  SD (Sales and Distribution) if tax distribution is involved in billing documents
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Support Portal for notes related to tax distribution errors and rounding issues.
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Sum of tax amounts on distributed items does not equal tax amount on main item (rounding, config, logic)
  
  
  Solution
  Review and correct tax distribution logic, rounding settings, and tax configuration
  
  
  Related Info
  Tax procedure config (OBYZ), tax codes (FTXP), invoice verification (MIRO), currency settings
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction, document type, or customizations), I can help with more specific guidance.