How To Fix FICUSTOM059 - Tol. exceeded for item &2 in purchase req. &1; % tolerance limit is &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICUSTOM - Customizable Messages for Funds Management

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Tol. exceeded for item &2 in purchase req. &1; % tolerance limit is &3

What causes this issue?

Tolerance limit &V3& was exceeded for purchase req. &V1&, Position &V2&.
The tolerance limit was exceeded by &V4& tolerance settings.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICUSTOM059 - Tol. exceeded for item &2 in purchase req. &1; % tolerance limit is &3 ?

  The SAP error message FICUSTOM059 indicates that a tolerance limit has been exceeded for a specific item in a purchase requisition. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with purchase requisitions and their associated budget or cost limits.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the amount of a purchase requisition item exceeds the predefined tolerance limit set in the system. This tolerance limit is often defined in the configuration settings for financial management and procurement processes. The message provides the following details:
  
  Item &2: The specific item in the purchase requisition that has exceeded the limit.
  Purchase Requisition &1: The identifier for the purchase requisition.
  % Tolerance Limit &3: The percentage of the tolerance limit that has been exceeded.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Tolerance Settings:
  
  Check the tolerance limits set in the system for the relevant purchasing organization or company code. This can usually be found in the configuration settings under Financial Management or Purchasing.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Purchase Requisition:
  
  If the purchase requisition amount is indeed valid and necessary, consider adjusting the requisition to bring it within the allowed tolerance limit. This may involve reducing the quantity or unit price of the items.
  
  
  
  Increase Tolerance Limit:
  
  If the current tolerance limit is too restrictive for your business needs, you may need to increase the tolerance limit in the configuration settings. This should be done with caution and in accordance with your organization's policies.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance or Procurement Teams:
  
  If you are unsure about the appropriate action, consult with your finance or procurement teams to understand the implications of changing tolerance limits or adjusting purchase requisitions.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Errors:
  
  Ensure that there are no other underlying issues with the purchase requisition that could be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Configuration Path: The tolerance limits can typically be configured in the SAP system under the following path:
  
  SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? Financial Accounting Global Settings ? Document ? Document Types ? Define Tolerance Limits.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition) or ME52N (Change Purchase Requisition) to review and modify the purchase requisition.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on tolerance limits and error messages related to purchasing and financial transactions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.