How To Fix FAP_PP016 - Cash discounts can be granted only up to &1%

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAP_PP - Messages for payment proposal

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Cash discounts can be granted only up to &1%

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAP_PP016 - Cash discounts can be granted only up to &1% ?

  The SAP error message FAP_PP016, which states "Cash discounts can be granted only up to &1%," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions where cash discounts are applied. This error indicates that the cash discount percentage being applied exceeds the maximum allowed percentage defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The maximum cash discount percentage is defined in the configuration settings of the SAP system. If the percentage being applied in a transaction exceeds this limit, the error will be triggered.
  Transaction Data: The specific transaction may have been entered with a cash discount percentage that is higher than what is allowed.
  Master Data Settings: Vendor or customer master data may have specific cash discount terms that restrict the percentage that can be applied.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings in SAP (usually through SPRO).
  Go to Financial Accounting > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Business Transactions > Cash Discounts.
  Review the settings for cash