How To Fix AJ420 - Franchise fee price limit only permitted in category No franchise fee

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 420

• Message text: Franchise fee price limit only permitted in category No franchise fee

What causes this issue?

You may only select the <LS>FF-Price limit</> field if the price is not
being used to calculate the franchise fee.

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?

Cancel your selection.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ420 - Franchise fee price limit only permitted in category No franchise fee ?

  The SAP error message AJ420, which states "Franchise fee price limit only permitted in category No franchise fee," typically occurs in the context of managing franchise fees within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an attempt to set a price limit for a franchise fee in a category that does not allow it.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Category Assignment: The error usually arises when a franchise fee is being processed in a category that is not designated for franchise fees. The system expects that price limits can only be applied to categories that are specifically set up to handle franchise fees.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the business rules regarding franchise fees and their associated categories.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong category is selected for a franchise fee.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Category Assignment: Verify that the category assigned to the franchise fee is correct. Ensure that it is set to a category that allows for franchise fees.
  Review Configuration Settings: Consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the categories and their associated rules are correctly set up in the system. This may involve checking the configuration in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide) under the relevant modules.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the category in the transaction that is causing the error.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding the handling of franchise fees and their categories.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user forums or communities where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can provide insights or solutions.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the error does not recur and that the franchise fee processing works as intended.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to escalate the matter to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.