How To Fix 8I168 - Adjustment amount for & is greater than actual amount

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8I - Localization India

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Adjustment amount for & is greater than actual amount

What causes this issue?

The amount entered for adjustment is greater than the excise which
needs to be paid

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

The amount entered in the adjustment should equal only the duty
which needs to be paid . Reduce the adjustment to match the duty on
the document

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8I168 - Adjustment amount for & is greater than actual amount ?

  The SAP error message 8I168 ("Adjustment amount for & is greater than actual amount") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with adjustments in accounts or financial documents. This error indicates that the adjustment amount you are trying to enter exceeds the actual amount available for adjustment.
  Cause:
  
  
  Excessive Adjustment Amount: The adjustment amount you are trying to apply is greater than the actual amount that is available for adjustment. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to adjust an invoice or a payment that has a lower amount than what you are attempting to adjust.
  There may have been a data entry error where the adjustment amount was incorrectly calculated or entered.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Document Status: The document you are trying to adjust may not be in a status that allows for the adjustment to be made.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are affecting how adjustments are processed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Adjustment Amount: Check the actual amount that is available for adjustment. Ensure that the adjustment amount you are trying to enter does not exceed this value.
  
  
  Review Document Details: Look at the details of the document you are trying to adjust. Make sure that it is in the correct status and that there are no discrepancies in the amounts.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If you find that the adjustment amount was entered incorrectly, correct it to match the actual amount available.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the amounts or the adjustment process, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check the configuration settings in SAP related to adjustments. This may require assistance from an SAP consultant or your IT department.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may be using transaction codes such as FB50 (General Ledger), FB60 (Vendor Invoice), or FB70 (Customer Invoice).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its system, and there may be specific notes addressing this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to financial adjustments for more detailed guidance on handling adjustments and understanding the underlying processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 8I168 and successfully process your adjustments in SAP.