How To Fix FI_E106 - A penalty of &2 &1 has resulted due to late payment

FI_E106 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI_E - Message Class for FM English Developers

• Message number: 106

• Message text: A penalty of &2 &1 has resulted due to late payment

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FI_E106 - Details

• The SAP error message FI_E106 indicates that a penalty has been incurred due to a late payment. This message typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with vendor invoices or payments. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Late Payment: The primary cause of this error is that a payment was not made by the due date, leading to a penalty being applied.
  Payment Terms: The payment terms defined in the vendor master data or invoice may have specific conditions that trigger penalties for late payments.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to automatically calculate penalties based on certain criteria, such as payment delays beyond a specified grace period.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Payment Terms: Check the payment terms associated with the vendor or invoice. Ensure that they are correctly set up and that you understand the implications of those terms.
  Make Timely Payments: To avoid penalties in the