FF751 - Error when distributing the nondeductible tax, item &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FF - FI Function Module Messages

• Message number: 751

• Message text: Error when distributing the nondeductible tax, item &

What causes this issue?

You are posting a document which contains nondeductible taxes. These
tax amounts are to be distributed to the expense items. In the process,
either a negative value or a zero value now occurs in an item with a
very small original amount.

System Response

The system refuses to post this document since otherwise subsequent
errors would follow.

How to fix this error?

This error occurs if the amount which applies to the last line item is
negative as a result of rounding differences and exceeds the value of
the last item in absolute terms. Change the sequence of the line items
and make sure that the last line item contains a larger amount for this
tax code.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FF751 - Error when distributing the nondeductible tax, item & ?

  The SAP error message FF751 typically occurs during the process of distributing nondeductible tax amounts in financial transactions. This error indicates that there is an issue with the distribution of the tax amount, which can be due to various reasons. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes of FF751 Error
  
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code used may not be configured correctly for nondeductible tax distribution.
  Missing Configuration: The configuration for the tax distribution may not be set up properly in the system.
  Account Assignment Issues: There may be issues with the account assignments related to the transaction, such as missing or incorrect GL accounts.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type used for the transaction may not allow for the distribution of nondeductible taxes.
  Currency Issues: There may be discrepancies in currency conversion or currency settings that affect the tax distribution.
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Verify that the tax code used for the transaction is correctly configured for nondeductible tax. This includes checking the settings in the SAP configuration (transaction code: OB40).
  
  
  
  Review Account Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the account assignments in the transaction are correct and that the relevant GL accounts are set up to handle nondeductible taxes.
  
  
  
  Adjust Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the document type being used to ensure that it allows for the distribution of nondeductible taxes.
  
  
  
  Validate Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration settings for tax calculation and distribution. Ensure that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Check for Currency Issues:
  
  If the transaction involves multiple currencies, ensure that the currency settings are correct and that there are no discrepancies in the amounts being processed.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB60: Enter Incoming Invoices
  FB70: Enter Outgoing Invoices
  OB40: Maintain Tax Codes
  SPRO: SAP Reference IMG for configuration settings
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to tax handling and distribution to understand the underlying processes better.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that the tax distribution works as expected.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financials for further assistance.