How To Fix 5G026 - Overwrite processing fee & defined by constant fee?

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5G - HR: Messages for Britain

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Overwrite processing fee & defined by constant fee?

What causes this issue?

You have specified a constant fee, which serves to define the
processing fee. However, you have also entered a processing fee.

System Response

The system warns you that the processing fee defined by the constant
fee you have entered will be overwritten.

How to fix this error?

Choose either a constant fee or a processing fee.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G026 - Overwrite processing fee & defined by constant fee? ?

  The SAP error message 5G026, which states "Overwrite processing fee & defined by constant fee," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or billing processes within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is a conflict between the processing fee that is being applied and the constant fee that has been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The error often arises due to incorrect configuration settings in the pricing or fee structure within the SAP system. This could involve settings related to processing fees, constant fees, or both.
  Data Entry Errors: If the user is trying to enter a processing fee that conflicts with the predefined constant fee, this error may occur.
  Business Rules: The business rules defined in the system may not allow for the processing fee to be overwritten if it is set to a constant value.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for processing fees and constant fees in the relevant SAP modules (e.g., SD, FI). Ensure that the settings align with the business requirements.
  Adjust Fees: If the processing fee needs to be changed, ensure that it does not conflict with the constant fee defined in the system. You may need to adjust either the processing fee or the constant fee to resolve the conflict.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to pricing and fees to understand how these fees are defined and managed.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the processing fees. If not, consult with a system administrator.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  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.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., SPRO for configuration, VA01 for sales order creation) that may help in troubleshooting the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.