How To Fix 62854 - New amount & is less than old amount &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 62 - Message Texts for Real Estate

• Message number: 854

• Message text: New amount & is less than old amount &

What causes this issue?

The amount you entered leads to a rent reduction in the history.

System Response

This is only a warning. Confirm by pressing ENTER.

How to fix this error?

Verify whether the amount is correct.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 62854 - New amount & is less than old amount & ?

  The SAP error message 62854, which states "New amount & is less than old amount &," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, such as when trying to adjust or change amounts in a document (like a purchase order, invoice, or payment) where the new amount is less than the previously recorded amount. This can happen in various modules, including Materials Management (MM) and Financial Accounting (FI).
  Cause:
  
  Amount Reduction: The error is triggered when a user attempts to reduce an amount that is not allowed by the system's configuration or business rules. For example, if you are trying to reduce a purchase order amount or an invoice amount that has already been posted or processed.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for changes to the amount, such as being fully processed or already paid.
  Configuration Settings: Certain settings in the SAP configuration may prevent the reduction of amounts for specific document types or scenarios.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Document Status: Check the status of the document you are trying to modify. If it has already been processed (e.g., fully invoiced or paid), you may need to reverse or cancel the document before making changes.
  Adjust Amounts Appropriately: If you need to reduce an amount, consider whether you can create a credit memo or a similar document that reflects the reduction instead of directly changing the original amount.
  Consult Configuration: If you believe the change should be allowed, consult with your SAP administrator or configuration team to review the settings related to the document type you are working with. They may need to adjust the configuration to allow for such changes.
  Use Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to handle the situation correctly (e.g., ME22N for changing purchase orders, FB02 for changing financial documents).
  Error Message Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific error message and its implications.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the document in question.
  Training and Guidelines: Review any internal guidelines or training materials related to document management in your organization to ensure compliance with business processes.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.