How To Fix FICUSTOM121 - Fast Pay maximum amount error. See long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICUSTOM - Customizable Messages for Funds Management

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Fast Pay maximum amount error. See long text

What causes this issue?

The current line item has been identified as Fast Pay. However, the sum
of the amounts in all Fast Pay line items (including the current item)
is &V1&. This amount is greater than the configured maximum amount of
&V2& for Fast Pay.

System Response

The sum of the amounts of the Fast Pay line items is checked against the
configured Fast Pay maximum amount. If this message is configured as an
error message, the processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

You may do one of the following:
You may adjust the quantity of a material ordered and the price per unit
or both, if this is allowed. This can bring your total amount below the
Fast Pay threshold.
Change the Fast Pay maximum amount. This should however be the last
resort. It should only be done if it is not possible to adjust the
quantity of a material ordered or the price per unit. The Fast Pay
maximum amount is meant to have a certain degree of permanence.

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 FICUSTOM121 - Fast Pay maximum amount error. See long text ?

  The SAP error message FICUSTOM121, which indicates a "Fast Pay maximum amount error," typically arises in the context of the Fast Payment functionality within SAP. This error occurs when a payment transaction exceeds the predefined maximum amount limit set in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Maximum Limit: The primary cause of this error is that the payment amount being processed exceeds the maximum limit defined for Fast Payments in the configuration settings.
  Configuration Settings: The maximum amount for Fast Payments is usually set in the system configuration, and it may vary based on business requirements or regulatory compliance.
  User Role Restrictions: Sometimes, user roles or authorizations may restrict the maximum amount a user can process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for Fast Payments in your SAP system. This is typically found in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Look for the settings related to Fast Payment limits and verify the maximum amount configured.
  If necessary, adjust the maximum amount to accommodate the payment being processed.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Amount: 
  
  Ensure that the payment amount being processed is within the allowed limit. If it exceeds the limit, consider splitting the payment into smaller amounts that are within the permissible range.
  
  
  
  User Authorization: 
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user attempting to process the payment has the necessary permissions to handle the specified amount.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific guidelines or best practices related to Fast Payments and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making any changes, conduct tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that payments can be processed successfully.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring Fast Payments.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to payment processing and configuration, such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) or FBZP (Maintain Payment Program).
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the limits and processes related to Fast Payments to minimize the occurrence of this error in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.