How To Fix FMFEES080 - Invoice &1/&2 cannot be cleared before fee &3/&4 is cleared

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMFEES - Fees

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Invoice &1/&2 cannot be cleared before fee &3/&4 is cleared

What causes this issue?

You are trying to clear fees of an invoice. The system does not allow
invoices to be cleared in such cases until the relevant fees have been
cleared completely.

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?

Clear the fees, then try again to clear the invoice.
For more information, start transaction <DS:TRAN.FMFEE>FMFEE</> and
enter the document number of the invoice. The system displays all
referenced items, including fees.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMFEES080 - Invoice &1/&2 cannot be cleared before fee &3/&4 is cleared ?

  The SAP error message FMFEES080 indicates that there is an issue with clearing an invoice due to an outstanding fee that must be cleared first. This error typically arises in the context of the Funds Management (FM) module in SAP, where financial transactions are managed, including invoices and fees.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to clear an invoice (identified by &1 and &2) that is linked to a fee (identified by &3 and &4) that has not yet been cleared. In other words, the system enforces a dependency where the fee must be settled before the associated invoice can be cleared.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Fee: Check the fee associated with the invoice. You can do this by reviewing the transaction details in the Funds Management module.
  
  
  Clear the Fee: Before attempting to clear the invoice, ensure that the fee is cleared. This may involve processing the fee through the appropriate transaction in SAP.
  
  
  Re-attempt Invoice Clearing: Once the fee has been cleared, you can then attempt to clear the invoice again.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: If you are unsure about the dependencies between invoices and fees, consult your financial management team or refer to the documentation for your specific SAP configuration.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings in the Funds Management module to ensure that the dependencies are set up correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for managing invoices and fees, such as:
  
  FB05: Post with Clearing
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display
  FMX1: Create Fee
  FMX2: Change Fee
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on Funds Management and clearing processes.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and clear fees and invoices in the system.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FMFEES080 error and successfully clear the invoice after addressing the outstanding fee.