How To Fix CRM_LEAS_RATE_TESTS002 - Credit test failed; sum: &1, flat rate/x sum: &2, tolerance: &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_LEAS_RATE_TESTS - Messages for Validations of Payment Schedule

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Credit test failed; sum: &1, flat rate/x sum: &2, tolerance: &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_LEAS_RATE_TESTS002 - Credit test failed; sum: &1, flat rate/x sum: &2, tolerance: &3 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_LEAS_RATE_TESTS002 indicates that a credit test has failed during a leasing or rental transaction in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module. This error typically arises when the total amount of credit requested exceeds the allowed limits set in the system.
  Cause:
  The error message provides the following details:
  
  Sum (&1): This is the total amount that is being requested or calculated.
  Flat rate/x sum (&2): This represents the allowed credit limit or the flat rate that has been defined in the system.
  Tolerance (&3): This is the tolerance level that has been set, which allows for some flexibility in the credit limit.
  
  The credit test fails when the sum exceeds the flat rate plus the tolerance. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The customer has exceeded their credit limit.
  The configuration of credit limits or tolerances in the system is not set correctly.
  There may be changes in the customer's financial status that affect their creditworthiness.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Customer Credit Limit:
  
  Check the customer's credit limit in the system. Ensure that it is set correctly and that the customer has not exceeded it.
  
  
  
  Adjust Tolerance Levels:
  
  If appropriate, consider adjusting the tolerance levels in the system to allow for a higher limit. This can be done in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to credit management in SAP. Ensure that the settings for credit limits, tolerances, and related parameters are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Customer Financial Status:
  
  Assess the customer's financial status to determine if there are any changes that may have affected their creditworthiness. If necessary, update the customer's credit information.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the appropriate credit limits or tolerances, consult with your finance or credit management team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FD32 (Change Customer Credit Management) or FD30 (Display Customer Credit Management) to review and adjust credit limits.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to credit management and leasing transactions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring credit management settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.