How To Fix FI_E179 - Improper invoice adjust of &1&2 made to net due days. New net due date &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Improper invoice adjust of &1&2 made to net due days. New net due date &3

What causes this issue?

You have the Prompt Payment Act function active for your company code.
The required information on the invoice was missing and the invoice was
returned past the reasonable period. The number of days allowed for
payment must be reduced by the number of days the invoice was past the
reasonable period.

System Response

The number of days allowed for payment was reduced by &V1& &V2& days.

How to fix this error?

System makes the adjustment.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI_E179 - Improper invoice adjust of &1&2 made to net due days. New net due date &3 ?

  The SAP error message FI_E179 indicates that there is an issue with the adjustment of an invoice's net due days. This error typically arises when there is an inconsistency in the payment terms or the calculation of the net due date for an invoice. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Payment Terms: The payment terms associated with the invoice may not align with the adjustments being made.
  Date Calculation Issues: The system may be unable to calculate the new net due date correctly based on the adjustments made to the invoice.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not set up correctly, leading to this error.
  Manual Adjustments: If manual adjustments are made to the invoice that conflict with the system's expected behavior, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Payment Terms: Check the payment terms assigned to the invoice. Ensure they are correct and consistent with the adjustments being made.
  Check Invoice Dates: Verify the invoice date and any related dates (e.g., posting date, due date) to ensure they are set correctly.
  Adjustments: If you are making manual adjustments, ensure that they are valid and do not conflict with the existing terms or dates.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to payment terms and invoice processing. Ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like FB02 (Change Document) to review and adjust the invoice details as necessary.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling invoice adjustments and payment terms.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user forums or communities where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Testing: If changes are made, conduct thorough testing in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to the production system.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or consult with SAP directly for further assistance.