How To Fix F5736 - Posting not permitted, because cash discount cannot be distributed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 736

• Message text: Posting not permitted, because cash discount cannot be distributed

What causes this issue?

You are posting with a document type which has been set for the vendor
net procedure. This means that the cash discount for the vendor line
item in the accompanying G/L account line items (excluding tax
postings) and asset items should be reduced.
This reduction cannot be carried out here because

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

there are no G/L account line items or asset items existing in the
document, or
the accompanying items balance one another out.

System Response

Error message; the document cannot be posted in this way.

How to fix this error?

If you definitely want to enter the document in the present form, you
must use a document type which is not set for the vendor net procedure.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5736 - Posting not permitted, because cash discount cannot be distributed ?

  The SAP error message F5736, "Posting not permitted, because cash discount cannot be distributed," typically occurs during the posting of an invoice or payment when the system detects an issue with the cash discount configuration or the way the cash discount is being applied.
  Cause:
  
  
  Cash Discount Configuration: The cash discount may not be properly configured in the system. This can happen if the cash discount terms are not set up correctly in the vendor master data or if the discount is not applicable for the specific transaction.
  
  
  Invoice Amount: The invoice amount may not meet the criteria for the cash discount to be applicable. For example, if the invoice amount is too low or if the payment is being made after the discount period has expired.
  
  
  Distribution of Cash Discount: The system may not be able to distribute the cash discount across multiple line items in the invoice. This can occur if the line items have different tax codes or if the cash discount is not applicable to all line items.
  
  
  Account Assignment: The account assignment for the cash discount may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in how the discount is applied during posting.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cash Discount Terms: Review the cash discount terms in the vendor master data and ensure they are correctly configured. Make sure that the terms are applicable to the transaction you are trying to post.
  
  
  Review Invoice Amount: Ensure that the invoice amount is eligible for the cash discount. If the payment is being made after the discount period, you may need to adjust the payment or the invoice.
  
  
  Line Item Review: Check the line items in the invoice to ensure that they are compatible with cash discount distribution. If necessary, adjust the line items or the cash discount application.
  
  
  Account Assignment: Verify that the account assignment for the cash discount is set up correctly in the configuration. This may involve checking the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configuration settings related to cash discounts.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice) or F-53 (Post Outgoing Payment) to review the transactions that are causing the error.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on cash discount configuration.
  Testing: If changes are made to the configuration, it is advisable to test the posting in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes in the production environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.