How To Fix FICA_CD118 - Transferring payment lot not possible for overpayment in foreign crcy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICA_CD - FI-CA: Cash Desk/Cash Journal

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Transferring payment lot not possible for overpayment in foreign crcy

What causes this issue?

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

The system currently does not support transferring a payment lot in the
case of an overpayment in a foreign currency. If payments are made at
the cash desk in a foreign currency, and there is an overpayment (that
is, the customer does not pay the exact amount of the invoice), the
change due the customer is paid in the the local currency. Payment lots,
for which a payment transaction of this kind exists, cannot be
transferred to a different cashier or branch manager.

System Response

It is not possible to transfer the payment lot.

How to fix this error?

The cashier who created the payment lot has to withdraw the monetary
cash desk balance in the given local and foreign currency by means of a
withdrawal posting.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICA_CD118 - Transferring payment lot not possible for overpayment in foreign crcy ?

  The SAP error message FICA_CD118 indicates that there is an issue with transferring a payment lot due to an overpayment in a foreign currency. This error typically arises in the context of the Financial Contract Accounting (FICA) module when dealing with payments that exceed the amount due, particularly when currency conversions are involved.
  Cause:
  
  Overpayment in Foreign Currency: The primary cause of this error is that the payment being processed exceeds the amount that is due, and it is in a foreign currency. The system may not be able to handle the conversion or allocation of this excess amount correctly.
  Currency Conversion Issues: There may be issues with the exchange rates or the way the system is set up to handle foreign currency transactions.
  Configuration Settings: Incorrect configuration in the FICA module regarding payment processing, currency handling, or overpayment management can lead to this error.
  Payment Lot Status: The payment lot may be in a status that does not allow for the transfer of overpayments.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payment Lot Status: Ensure that the payment lot is in a status that allows for processing. If it is blocked or in a status that does not permit transfers, you may need to change its status.
  Review Overpayment Handling: Check the configuration settings related to overpayment handling in the FICA module. Ensure that the system is set up to manage overpayments in foreign currencies correctly.
  Currency Conversion Rates: Verify that the exchange rates are correctly maintained in the system. Ensure that the rates are up to date and that the system can perform the necessary conversions.
  Manual Adjustment: If the system cannot process the overpayment automatically, consider manually adjusting the payment or creating a new payment lot that correctly reflects the amounts due and any overpayments.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to FICA and payment processing for any specific guidelines or updates that may address this issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide patches or specific solutions based on the version of SAP you are using.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in FICA, such as FPL9 (Payment Lot) and FPAR (Payment Processing).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FICA and payment processing for any known issues or fixes.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the FICA_CD118 error effectively.