How To Fix 68802 - Order amount will be reduced to commitment capital & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 802

• Message text: Order amount will be reduced to commitment capital & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 68802 - Order amount will be reduced to commitment capital & & ?

  The SAP error message 68802, which states "Order amount will be reduced to commitment capital," typically occurs in the context of project management or internal orders when there is a discrepancy between the planned or committed amounts and the actual amounts being processed.
  Cause:
  
  
  Commitment Exceeding Available Funds: The error usually arises when the total amount being posted to an order exceeds the available commitment capital. This can happen if:
  
  The order has already reached its budget limit.
  There are existing commitments that have not been cleared or settled.
  The system is configured to prevent overspending beyond the committed amounts.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration settings for the order type or the budget management settings may not align with the intended financial controls.
  
  
  Posting Errors: If there are errors in the posting documents or if the amounts being posted are incorrect, this can trigger the error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Commitments: Check the commitments associated with the order. You can do this by navigating to the order in question and reviewing the commitment reports. Ensure that the total commitments do not exceed the available budget.
  
  
  Adjust the Order Amount: If the order amount is indeed exceeding the commitment, you may need to adjust the order amount to align with the available commitment capital. This can be done by reducing the amount being posted or by increasing the budget for the order.
  
  
  Clear Unused Commitments: If there are old or unused commitments that are still open, consider clearing them to free up budget space.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the order type and ensure that they are set up correctly to allow for the intended financial management practices.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about how to proceed, it may be beneficial to consult with your finance or controlling team to understand the implications of changing order amounts or commitments.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or KO03 (Display Order) to review and manage orders and commitments.
  Budget Management: Familiarize yourself with the budget management processes in your organization, as they can vary significantly.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling commitment-related issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your order amounts are properly aligned with your commitment capital.