How To Fix F4823 - Statistical posting - credit limit relevance not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F4 - Line items/balances/configuration

• Message number: 823

• Message text: Statistical posting - credit limit relevance not possible

What causes this issue?

Statistical postings (noted items) cannot be relevant for the credit
limit.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F4823 - Statistical posting - credit limit relevance not possible ?

  The SAP error message F4823, which states "Statistical posting - credit limit relevance not possible," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions where a statistical posting is attempted, but the system has determined that it cannot be processed due to credit limit constraints.
  Cause:
  
  Credit Limit Exceeded: The most common cause of this error is that the credit limit for a customer or vendor has been exceeded. SAP checks the credit limit during the posting process, and if the transaction would result in exceeding the limit, it raises this error.
  Statistical Posting Settings: The transaction may be attempting to create a statistical posting that is not allowed due to the configuration settings in the system.
  Customer/Vendor Master Data: There may be issues with the customer or vendor master data, such as missing or incorrect credit limit settings.
  Document Type Configuration: The document type being used for the posting may not be configured to allow statistical postings that are relevant for credit limit checks.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Credit Limits: Review the credit limits set for the customer or vendor involved in the transaction. You can do this by navigating to the customer or vendor master data and checking the credit management settings.
  Adjust Credit Limits: If necessary, adjust the credit limit to allow for the transaction. This may involve increasing the limit or ensuring that the transaction does not exceed the current limit.
  Review Posting Type: Ensure that the posting type being used is appropriate for the transaction. If it is a statistical posting, verify that the system is configured to allow such postings.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to credit management and statistical postings. This may involve consulting with your SAP administrator or functional consultant.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling credit limit issues and statistical postings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FD32 (Change Customer Credit Management) or FD33 (Display Customer Credit Management) to check and modify credit limits.
  Credit Management Settings: Ensure that the credit management settings in the system are correctly configured to handle statistical postings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user attempting the posting has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.