How To Fix 68055 - Amount to be cleared > amount distributed; Posting not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 68 - Message for DARWIN Loans (continued)

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Amount to be cleared > amount distributed; Posting not possible

What causes this issue?

The amount to be cleared is greater than the amount distributed.

System Response

Posting is not possible.

How to fix this error?

Fully distribute the amount to be cleared.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 68055 - Amount to be cleared > amount distributed; Posting not possible ?

  The SAP error message 68055, "Amount to be cleared > amount distributed; Posting not possible," typically occurs during the clearing process in financial transactions, particularly when dealing with accounts payable or accounts receivable. This error indicates that the amount you are trying to clear is greater than the amount that has been distributed or allocated for that transaction. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Amounts: The amount you are attempting to clear exceeds the total amount that has been posted or distributed to the relevant account.
  Incorrect Document Entry: There may be an error in the original document entry, leading to an incorrect amount being available for clearing.
  Partial Payments: If there are partial payments or adjustments that have not been accounted for correctly, it can lead to discrepancies.
  Currency Differences: If there are currency conversions involved, the amounts may not match due to exchange rate differences.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Amounts: Review the original documents (invoices, payments, etc.) to ensure that the amounts are correct and that they match the amounts you are trying to clear.
  Adjust Clearing Amount: If the amount to be cleared is indeed greater than the distributed amount, adjust the clearing amount to match the available amount.
  Review Open Items: Use transaction codes like FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) or FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display) to review open items and ensure that all relevant transactions are accounted for.
  Repost Transactions: If there was an error in the original posting, consider reversing and reposting the transactions with the correct amounts.
  Check for Partial Payments: Ensure that any partial payments or adjustments have been properly recorded and accounted for in the system.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your finance or accounting team for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FBL1N, FBL5N, and F-03 (Clear Document) to navigate through the financial documents and line items.
  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 perform clearing operations in the system.
  Training and Documentation: Review SAP training materials or documentation related to financial transactions and clearing processes for better understanding.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.