How To Fix EK493 - Clearing restriction reserved for payment of cash security deposits

EK493 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EK - IS-U Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Message number: 493

• Message text: Clearing restriction reserved for payment of cash security deposits

What causes this issue?

The <DS:DE.AUGRS_KK>clearing restriction</> <LB>2</> is reserved for
payment of cash security deposits.

How to fix this error?

Clearing restriction <LB>2</> must be maintained for payment of cash
security deposits. This value cannot be used for other transactions.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

EK493 - Details

• The SAP error message EK493, which states "Clearing restriction reserved for payment of cash security deposits," typically occurs in the context of accounts payable or financial transactions involving cash security deposits. This error indicates that there is a restriction on clearing certain items due to the nature of the cash security deposits.
  
  Cause:
  
  Cash Security Deposits: The error usually arises when there are outstanding cash security deposits that have not been cleared or settled. These deposits are often held as a guarantee for future payments or obligations.
  Clearing Restrictions: The system has specific rules that prevent the clearing of certain transactions if there are associated cash security deposits that need to be accounted for.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the SAP system that enforce these restrictions based on business rules or financial policies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Open Items: Check the open items in the accounts payable or relevant accounts to identify any cash