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Calculation methods for document values

We have three types of calculations:

  • Rounded calculation to the document:  Here, rounding calculations are made at the end of the document. This type of calculation is recommended for businesses where the gross value is the main focus.

  • Rounded calculation per product line:  In this method, the price of the products without VAT is maintained, with rounding on each product line. If there are multiple units, the RRP (Recommended Retail Price) is not preserved.

  • Rounded calculation per unit:  This calculation involves maintaining the price of the products with VAT. It is most recommended for direct sales to the public, as the RRP is always preserved based on the gross price.

Therefore, depending on the activity you carry out, you should opt for one option or the other.

How it works in practice:

  • Rounded calculation to the document:  For example, in the case of wine with 21% tax. With 5 units, the tax base is €247.50 and the tax is €51.98, whether invoiced by line or together.

  • Rounded calculation per product line:  The calculations are maintained without preserving the product's RRP. In the wine example, one unit is €49.50 with 21% tax. When invoiced across multiple lines, the tax base is €247.50 and the tax is €52.00. If one bottle is invoiced on each line, the result varies to a tax base of €247.50 and a tax of €51.98.

  • Rounded calculation per unit:  In this example, the calculations preserve the RRP. In the case of the bottle of wine, €49.50 and 21% tax.