How To Fix >0137 - Formal error: Payment difference given without items to be cleared

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >0 - General Basis texts

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Formal error: Payment difference given without items to be cleared

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >0137 - Formal error: Payment difference given without items to be cleared ?

  The SAP error message 0137 ("Formal error: Payment difference given without items to be cleared") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with clearing accounts or payment differences in accounts payable or receivable. This error indicates that a payment difference has been specified, but there are no corresponding items available to be cleared against that payment difference.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Items: The most common cause is that there are no open items available for clearing. This can happen if the items have already been cleared or if they were never posted.
  Incorrect Payment Difference: The payment difference might have been entered incorrectly, or it may not correspond to any existing open items.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the financial settings that prevent the system from recognizing the items that should be cleared.
  Posting Errors: Errors in previous postings may have led to discrepancies in the accounts, resulting in no items being available for clearing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Open Items: Verify that there are open items available for clearing. You can do this by checking the relevant accounts in the SAP system (e.g., using transaction codes like FBL1N for vendor accounts or FBL5N for customer accounts).
  Review Payment Difference: Ensure that the payment difference you are trying to enter is valid and corresponds to the open items. If necessary, adjust the payment difference to match the actual amounts.
  Clear Items Manually: If there are items that should be cleared but are not showing up, you may need to clear them manually or investigate why they are not available.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting module to ensure that everything is set up correctly for handling payment differences and clearing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling payment differences and clearing items.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  F-32: Clear Customer
  F-44: Clear Vendor
  FBL1N/FBL5N: Display Vendor/Customer Line Items
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform clearing operations in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a financial consultant who specializes in SAP to further investigate the problem.