How To Fix 68691 - An amount of & is too large to be posted as a minor difference

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 691

• Message text: An amount of & is too large to be posted as a minor difference

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 68691 - An amount of & is too large to be posted as a minor difference ?

  The SAP error message 68691, which states "An amount of & is too large to be posted as a minor difference," typically occurs during the posting of financial documents when the system detects that the amount being posted as a minor difference exceeds the allowable limit set in the system configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Minor Difference Limit Exceeded: SAP has a configuration setting that defines the maximum amount that can be posted as a minor difference. If the amount you are trying to post exceeds this limit, the system will generate this error.
  Configuration Settings: The limit for minor differences is usually set in the financial accounting configuration (transaction code SPRO) under the relevant settings for document posting or invoice verification.
  Currency Issues: Sometimes, the error can also arise due to currency conversion issues, where the amount in a different currency exceeds the limit when converted to the document currency.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Business Transactions > Incoming Invoices > Define Tolerances for Invoice Verification.
  Here, you can check the settings for minor differences and adjust the limit if necessary.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Amount: If the amount is indeed too large to be considered a minor difference, you may need to adjust the invoice or document to bring the amount within the allowable limit.
  
  
  Post as a Regular Difference: If the amount cannot be adjusted, consider posting it as a regular difference instead of a minor difference. This may involve additional steps or approvals depending on your organization's policies.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about changing configuration settings or how to handle the posting, consult with your finance or accounting team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more details on tolerance limits and how they are configured.
  User Exits or BAdIs: In some cases, organizations implement user exits or BAdIs to customize the behavior of tolerance limits. Check if any custom logic is affecting the posting.
  Testing: After making any changes to configuration, ensure to test the posting in a development or quality environment before applying changes to production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 68691 and successfully post your financial documents.