F5186 - The tax calculation is carried out with 0 % cash discount

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 186

• Message text: The tax calculation is carried out with 0 % cash discount

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5186 - The tax calculation is carried out with 0 % cash discount ?

  The SAP error message F5186 indicates that the tax calculation is being performed with a cash discount rate of 0%. This typically occurs in scenarios where a cash discount is expected to be applied to an invoice or payment, but the system is not recognizing any discount percentage.
  Cause:
  
  Cash Discount Configuration: The cash discount percentage may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the vendor master data or the relevant pricing conditions.
  Document Type Settings: The document type used for the transaction may not allow for cash discounts, or the settings for that document type may not be configured to apply cash discounts.
  Invoice or Payment Terms: The payment terms associated with the invoice may not include a cash discount, or the terms may not be set up correctly.
  Tax Calculation Settings: The tax calculation settings in the system may not be configured to consider cash discounts, leading to a 0% cash discount being applied.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Vendor Master Data: Verify the vendor master data to ensure that the cash discount terms are correctly defined. This includes checking the payment terms and ensuring that a cash discount percentage is specified.
  Review Document Type Settings: Check the configuration of the document type being used for the transaction. Ensure that it allows for cash discounts and that the relevant settings are correctly configured.
  Examine Payment Terms: Review the payment terms associated with the invoice or transaction. Ensure that they include a cash discount and that the percentage is set correctly.
  Adjust Tax Calculation Settings: If necessary, review the tax calculation settings in the system to ensure that they are configured to consider cash discounts. This may involve consulting with your SAP configuration team or reviewing the relevant documentation.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on cash discount configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring cash discounts and tax calculations.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes such as OBB8 (for payment terms) and FK01 (for vendor master data) to review and adjust settings.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in SAP financials to conduct a more in-depth analysis.