How To Fix FMITPOMC053 - Posting is not possible; Down payments cannot be processed

FMITPOMC053 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMITPOMC - Tranfer Transaction for Subledger Account

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Posting is not possible; Down payments cannot be processed

What causes this issue?

You want to clear a return, however this is not possible as you have
entered a down payment as the initial item.

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?

Enter a cleared payment as the initial item.

Procedure for System Administrators

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FMITPOMC053 - Details

• The SAP error message FMITPOMC053, which states "Posting is not possible; Down payments cannot be processed," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions involving down payments in the SAP system. This error can arise due to several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type used for the transaction may not be configured to allow down payments.
  Missing Configuration: The configuration for down payments in the Financial Management (FM) module may not be set up correctly.
  Account Assignment Issues: The account assignment for the transaction may not be valid for down payments.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for down payment processing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to process down payments.
  Posting Period: The posting period may be closed, preventing any new postings, including down payments.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Verify that the document type used