How To Fix FMITPOMC060 - Posting not possible; return is not posted as down payment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMITPOMC - Tranfer Transaction for Subledger Account

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Posting not possible; return is not posted as down payment

What causes this issue?

You want to clear returns, however this is not possible as the return
is not posted as a down payment.

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?

You can only clear this return in the component <LS>Financial
Accounting</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMITPOMC060 - Posting not possible; return is not posted as down payment ?

  The SAP error message FMITPOMC060, which states "Posting not possible; return is not posted as down payment," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions involving down payments and returns. This error can arise in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with the Funds Management (FM) module in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type used for the return may not be configured to allow down payment postings.
  Missing Configuration: The system may not be set up to handle returns as down payments in the specific context of the transaction.
  Posting Keys: The posting keys used in the transaction may not be compatible with down payment processing.
  Account Assignment: The account assignment for the return may not be valid for down payment processing.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for down payment processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Verify that the document type used for the return is configured to allow down payment postings. This can be done in the configuration settings of the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Keys:
  
  Ensure that the posting keys used in the transaction are appropriate for down payment processing. You may need to consult with your SAP FI consultant to confirm this.
  
  
  
  Account Assignment Validation:
  
  Check the account assignment details for the return. Ensure that the accounts involved are set up to handle down payments.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Settings:
  
  Review the settings for the transaction type in the Funds Management module to ensure it allows for down payment processing.
  
  
  
  Document Status Check:
  
  Ensure that the document is not in a status that prevents down payment processing. If necessary, reverse or adjust the document to allow for the correct posting.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP Notes often provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing in a Sandbox Environment:
  
  If possible, replicate the issue in a sandbox environment to test different configurations and identify the root cause without affecting production data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on Funds Management and down payment processing.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB60 (Invoice), FB70 (Customer Invoice), and FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to analyze the transactions leading to the error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in SAP FI and FM modules for further investigation.