How To Fix FPDP_DOWN_PAYMENTS027 - Cleared down payments already exist for invoice & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FPDP_DOWN_PAYMENTS - Down payments or down payment requests

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Cleared down payments already exist for invoice & & &

What causes this issue?

Cleared down payments exist for the invoice.

System Response

Down payments that have already been cleared are also taken into account
for the amount check.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPDP_DOWN_PAYMENTS027 - Cleared down payments already exist for invoice & & & ?

  The SAP error message FPDP_DOWN_PAYMENTS027 indicates that there are already cleared down payments associated with the invoice you are trying to process. This typically occurs in the context of accounts receivable or accounts payable when you attempt to post an invoice that has already been settled with down payments.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Cleared Down Payments: The invoice you are trying to post has already been cleared with one or more down payments. This means that the system recognizes that the invoice has already been partially or fully paid through down payments.
  Incorrect Invoice Reference: The invoice number or reference you are using may be incorrect or may not match the expected down payment entries.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be data entry errors in the invoice or down payment records that lead to this conflict.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Down Payments: Review the down payments associated with the invoice. You can do this by checking the relevant accounting documents in SAP. Use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to view the details of the invoice and any related down payments.
  Clear Down Payments: If the down payments are indeed cleared and you need to process a new invoice, you may need to reverse or adjust the existing down payments. This can be done using transaction codes like FB08 (Reverse Document) or F-32 (Clear Customer).
  Correct Invoice Posting: Ensure that you are posting the correct invoice and that it is not already settled. If you are trying to post a new invoice, make sure it is not referencing an already cleared down payment.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the status of the down payments or how to proceed, consult with your finance or accounting team for guidance on how to handle the situation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB03: Display Document
  FB08: Reverse Document
  F-32: Clear Customer
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  FBL5N: Customer Line Item Display
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to down payments and invoice processing for more detailed procedures and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your invoice processing in SAP.