How To Fix EI532 - Not possible to reduce amount

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EI - Foreign Trade: Gen. Output

• Message number: 532

• Message text: Not possible to reduce amount

What causes this issue?

The financial document has already been assigned to SD documents.

System Response

The system resets the value back to the original value.

How to fix this error?

If the value is to be reduced, you first need to remove the connection
to the SD documents.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI532 - Not possible to reduce amount ?

  The SAP error message EI532 "Not possible to reduce amount" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with invoice processing, payment processing, or adjustments in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to reduce the amount of a transaction due to certain constraints or conditions.
  Causes:
  
  Invoice Already Paid: The invoice may have already been fully paid, and therefore, you cannot reduce the amount.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for changes, such as being locked or completed.
  Reference Documents: There may be reference documents (like purchase orders or contracts) that do not allow for the reduction of amounts.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the SAP system may restrict the ability to reduce amounts for specific transaction types.
  Currency Issues: If there are currency conversion issues or discrepancies, it may prevent the reduction of amounts.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the