How To Fix FMFG_AAPAY014 - Posting amount higher than open amount for reference document &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMFG_AAPAY - Payment per Account Assignment

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Posting amount higher than open amount for reference document &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMFG_AAPAY014 - Posting amount higher than open amount for reference document &1 ?

  The SAP error message FMFG_AAPAY014, which states "Posting amount higher than open amount for reference document &1," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with payments or postings related to financial documents. This error indicates that the amount you are trying to post exceeds the available open amount for the specified reference document.
  Cause:
  
  
  Excessive Posting Amount: The amount you are trying to post is greater than the open amount available for the reference document. This can happen if:
  
  You are attempting to clear an invoice or a payment that has a lower outstanding amount than what you are trying to post.
  There may have been previous payments or adjustments that reduced the open amount, but the posting amount has not been updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Reference Document: The reference document specified may not be the correct one, or it may have been closed or fully paid.
  
  
  Data Entry Error: There could be a simple data entry error where the amount was incorrectly entered.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Open Amount: Check the open amount for the reference document. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction codes like FB03 for document display).
  Reviewing the document to confirm the outstanding amount.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Amount: If the posting amount is indeed higher than the open amount, adjust the amount you are trying to post to match the open amount.
  
  
  Check for Previous Transactions: Look for any previous payments or adjustments that may have been made against the reference document. This can help you understand why the open amount is lower than expected.
  
  
  Correct Reference Document: Ensure that you are referencing the correct document. If you have mistakenly referenced the wrong document, correct it and try posting again.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the amounts or the status of the document, consult with your finance or accounting team for clarification.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB03: Display Document
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display
  FBL5N: Customer Line Item Display
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes or documentation related to this error message for additional insights or updates.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and post transactions related to the reference document.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully post the transaction.