How To Fix CMS_CAG249 - Land charge enforcement amount cannot be greater than the nominal value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_CAG - Message Class for Collateral Agreement

• Message number: 249

• Message text: Land charge enforcement amount cannot be greater than the nominal value

What causes this issue?

The sum of the enforcement amount and reference enforcement amount
cannot be greater than the nominal amount.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_CAG249 - Land charge enforcement amount cannot be greater than the nominal value ?

  The SAP error message CMS_CAG249, which states "Land charge enforcement amount cannot be greater than the nominal value," typically occurs in the context of managing land charges or encumbrances in the SAP system, particularly within the Contract Management or Real Estate Management modules. This error indicates that the enforcement amount you are trying to enter exceeds the nominal value of the land charge.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The enforcement amount entered may have been incorrectly calculated or inputted.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the nominal values are set up in the system, leading to discrepancies.
  Business Logic: The enforcement amount is logically constrained to be less than or equal to the nominal value, and the entered amount violates this rule.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Input Values: Check the enforcement amount you are trying to enter. Ensure that it is less than or equal to the nominal value associated with the land charge.
  Review Nominal Value: Look at the nominal value of the land charge to confirm that it is set correctly. If the nominal value is incorrect, you may need to adjust it.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines regarding land charge enforcement amounts to ensure compliance with business rules.
  System Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the settings related to land charges and enforcement amounts.
  Error Handling: If the error persists after verifying the values, consider implementing error handling or logging to capture more details about the context in which the error occurs.
  
  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 for common problems.
  User Documentation: Refer to the user manuals or help documentation for the specific SAP module you are using to understand the rules governing land charges and enforcement amounts.
  Support Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.