How To Fix 6A104 - Old rent & & larger or equal to statutory rent limit & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6A - Real estate messages rent adjustment

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Old rent & & larger or equal to statutory rent limit & &

What causes this issue?

The statutory limit for the new rent calculated by the rent adjustment
must be greater than the old rent.
This may be the result of an earlier manual rent adjustment.

System Response

The rent adjustment is terminated.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6A104 - Old rent & & larger or equal to statutory rent limit & & ?

  The SAP error message "6A104 Old rent & & larger or equal to statutory rent limit & &" typically occurs in the context of real estate management or lease accounting within the SAP system. This error indicates that the old rent amount for a lease is greater than or equal to the statutory rent limit defined in the system. 
  Cause:
  
  Old Rent Exceeds Statutory Limit: The primary cause of this error is that the old rent value entered for a lease is higher than the maximum allowable rent as per statutory regulations.
  Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system regarding statutory rent limits.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when updating or maintaining lease agreements can lead to this error.
  Changes in Legislation: Changes in local laws or regulations regarding rent limits that have not been updated in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Old Rent Amount: Check the old rent amount entered in the system and ensure it is correct. If it is indeed higher than the statutory limit, you may need to adjust it.
  Update Statutory Rent Limits: Verify the statutory rent limits configured in the system. If there have been changes in legislation, update the statutory limits accordingly.
  Consult with Legal/Compliance Team: If the old rent amount is correct and should be maintained, consult with your legal or compliance team to understand if there are exceptions or if the statutory limits need to be reviewed.
  Data Correction: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the data in the system to reflect the accurate old rent amount.
  System Configuration: If necessary, involve your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the system settings are aligned with current regulations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Real Estate Management (RE-FX) or Lease Accounting (IFRS 16) for guidelines on handling rent limits.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user forums or communities for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Training: Ensure that users involved in data entry and lease management are adequately trained on the implications of statutory rent limits and how to manage them in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure compliance with statutory rent regulations in your SAP system.