How To Fix FMCF896 - Maximum admissible amount for open items was exceeded

FMCF896 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCF -

• Message number: 896

• Message text: Maximum admissible amount for open items was exceeded

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCF896 - Maximum admissible amount for open items was exceeded ?

  The SAP error message FMCF896, which states "Maximum admissible amount for open items was exceeded," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with open items in accounts payable or receivable. This error indicates that the total amount of open items for a particular account or transaction has exceeded a predefined limit set in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Limits: The system has a configuration setting that defines the maximum allowable amount for open items. If the total of the open items exceeds this limit, the error will be triggered.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry or duplicate entries can lead to an inflated total of open items.
  Business Process Issues: Inefficient processes or delays in clearing open items can lead to an accumulation that exceeds the limit.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for the maximum admissible amount for open items. This can typically be found in the