How To Fix /ATL/CASHIR185 - Entry in payment amount & is more than or equal to billed amount &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ATL/CASHIR -

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Entry in payment amount & is more than or equal to billed amount &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ATL/CASHIR185 - Entry in payment amount & is more than or equal to billed amount & ?

  The SAP error message /ATL/CASHIR185 Entry in payment amount & is more than or equal to billed amount & typically occurs in the context of cash management or accounts receivable when there is an attempt to process a payment that exceeds or equals the billed amount for a particular invoice or transaction. This error is designed to prevent overpayment or incorrect payment entries.
  Cause:
  
  Payment Amount Exceeds Billed Amount: The payment amount entered is greater than the total billed amount for the invoice.
  Payment Amount Equals Billed Amount: The payment amount entered is equal to the total billed amount, which may not be allowed in certain configurations or business rules.
  Incorrect Invoice Reference: The payment may be referencing an incorrect or outdated invoice.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific settings that restrict payments to be less than the billed amount.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Payment Amount: Check the payment amount you are trying to enter and ensure it is less than the billed amount.
  Check Invoice Details: Review the invoice details to confirm the billed amount and ensure that you are referencing the correct invoice.
  Adjust Payment Entry: If the payment amount is indeed greater than or equal to the billed amount, adjust the payment to be less than the billed amount if that is acceptable according to your business rules.
  Consult Configuration: If the payment amount is correct but still results in an error, consult with your SAP administrator or finance team to review the configuration settings related to payment processing.
  Review Business Rules: Ensure that your payment processing aligns with the business rules established for handling payments and invoices.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on payment processing and error messages.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F-28 (Post Incoming Payments) or F-32 (Clear Customer).
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect payment processing.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully process the payment.