How To Fix 68698 - No distribution possible, since the open amount is <= 0

68698 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 698

• Message text: No distribution possible, since the open amount is <= 0

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 68698 - No distribution possible, since the open amount is <= 0 ?

  The SAP error message "68698 No distribution possible, since the open amount is <= 0" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with invoice processing, payment processing, or account reconciliation. This error indicates that the system cannot distribute amounts because the open amount (the amount that needs to be processed or allocated) is less than or equal to zero.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Zero or Negative Open Amount: The most common cause is that the open amount for the transaction is zero or negative. This can happen if:
  
  The invoice has already been fully paid.
  There is a credit memo that offsets the invoice amount.
  An error in data entry or processing has resulted in an incorrect amount.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration settings in the financial module may not allow for certain types of distributions if the amounts do not meet specific criteria.
  
  
  Timing Issues: If the transaction is being processed at a time when