How To Fix 5U140 - Age is not a credit criterion; delete the cut-off date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Age is not a credit criterion; delete the cut-off date

What causes this issue?

You have entered a cutoff date, yet not selected the age checkbox in the
formula criteria.

System Response

The system has not recognized that you want to enter age as a credit
criterion.

How to fix this error?

Either clear the cutoff date or, if you want age to be a credit
criterion, select the age checkbox above.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U140 - Age is not a credit criterion; delete the cut-off date ?

  The SAP error message 5U140 indicates that the age of a customer or vendor is not considered a valid credit criterion in the system. This typically occurs when you are trying to set up or modify credit management settings in SAP, and the system is configured to not use age as a factor for credit evaluation.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  The credit management settings in SAP are configured to not include age as a criterion for credit checks.
  You have entered a cut-off date for age evaluation, which is not applicable in the current configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to remove the cut-off date that is causing the issue. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Credit Management Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: Logistics -> Sales and Distribution -> Credit Management -> Master Data -> Customer -> Change.
  
  
  
  Modify Customer Credit Settings:
  
  Enter the customer number for which you are receiving the error.
  Go to the credit management section of the customer master data.
  Look for the field related to the cut-off date or age criteria.
  
  
  
  Delete the Cut-off Date:
  
  If there is a cut-off date specified, delete it.
  Ensure that the age criterion is not being used in the credit management settings.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the customer master data.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  Try to perform the action that previously triggered the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Credit Management Configuration: Ensure that your credit management settings align with your business requirements. You may want to review the overall credit management strategy in your organization.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific guidance related to this error message. SAP's official documentation can provide additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to customer credit settings.
  
  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 SAP Credit Management for further assistance.