How To Fix >0139 - Specifying cash discount not defined according to system settings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >0 - General Basis texts

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Specifying cash discount not defined according to system settings

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >0139 - Specifying cash discount not defined according to system settings ?

  The SAP error message 0139 ("Specifying cash discount not defined according to system settings") typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of cash discounts in the system. This error can arise during various transactions, such as invoice processing or payment processing, where cash discounts are involved.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The cash discount terms may not be properly defined in the system settings. This can happen if the discount terms are not set up in the relevant configuration tables.
  Incorrect Master Data: The vendor or customer master data may not have the correct cash discount terms assigned.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies between the transaction data and the configuration settings, such as using a cash discount that is not valid for the specific transaction.
  Document Type Issues: The document type being used may not allow for cash discounts, or the settings for that document type may not be configured to handle cash discounts.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (FI) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Business Transactions > Cash Discounts.
  Ensure that the cash discount terms are defined correctly in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor or customer master records (Transaction codes: XK03 for vendors, XD03 for customers).
  Ensure that the cash discount terms are correctly assigned to the relevant master records.
  
  
  
  Validate Transaction Data:
  
  Review the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that the cash discount terms being applied are valid and correspond to the configuration settings.
  If necessary, adjust the transaction to use a valid cash discount term.
  
  
  
  Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the document type being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is configured to allow cash discounts.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. Sometimes, there are known issues or patches that can resolve configuration problems.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (Configuration)
  XK03 (Display Vendor)
  XD03 (Display Customer)
  FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice)
  F-28 (Post Incoming Payments)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring cash discounts and understanding the related settings.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved and that cash discounts are being applied correctly.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Financial Accounting (FI) to further investigate the problem.