FF759 - Cannot post document: tax base in local currency is zero

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FF - FI Function Module Messages

• Message number: 759

• Message text: Cannot post document: tax base in local currency is zero

What causes this issue?

You tried generating a document in which the tax base in local currency
is zero although the tax amount and tax base in foreign currency is not
zero.

System Response

Document entry rejected.

How to fix this error?

Reenter the document.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FF759 - Cannot post document: tax base in local currency is zero ?

  The SAP error message FF759, "Cannot post document: tax base in local currency is zero," typically occurs during the posting of financial documents when the system detects that the tax base amount in the local currency is zero. This can happen in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with tax-related transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Tax Amount: The document being posted may not have a valid tax amount specified, leading to a zero tax base.
  Incorrect Configuration: The tax codes or tax settings in the system may not be configured correctly, resulting in the system not calculating the tax base properly.
  Currency Issues: If there are currency conversion issues or if the document is being posted in a foreign currency without a corresponding local currency amount, it may lead to a zero tax base.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on tax postings, and if the document type does not allow tax postings, it may lead to this error.
  Incomplete Data: Required fields for tax calculation may be missing or incorrectly filled out in the document.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Tax Amount: Ensure that the tax amount is correctly entered in the document. If it is missing, add the appropriate tax amount.
  Review Tax Configuration: Verify the tax code and its configuration in the system. Ensure that the tax code is valid and that the tax rates are correctly set up.
  Currency Settings: Check the currency settings for the document. Ensure that the local currency amount is correctly calculated and that there are no discrepancies in currency conversion.
  Document Type Settings: Review the settings for the document type being used. Ensure that it allows for tax postings and that all necessary fields are filled out.
  Complete Required Fields: Make sure that all required fields for tax calculation are filled out correctly in the document. This includes fields like tax code, tax jurisdiction, and any other relevant information.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB01 (Post Document), FBV0 (Park Document), or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to review and correct the document.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Testing: After making changes, test the posting again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on tax configuration and posting rules.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.