How To Fix FQ734 - Overall amount is larger than amount & & in reference document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FQ - Payment Requests and Payment Program

• Message number: 734

• Message text: Overall amount is larger than amount & & in reference document

What causes this issue?

The overall amount of the deduction or waiver in local currency is more
than the overall amount &V1& &V2& for the document which is referenced
in the request. This may be because you have already posted waivers,
remissions, or deductions for this document.

System Response

You cannot save the waiver/deduction.

How to fix this error?

Save your input.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FQ734 - Overall amount is larger than amount & & in reference document ?

  The SAP error message FQ734 indicates that the overall amount being processed is larger than the amount specified in the reference document. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, such as invoice processing or payment processing, where the amounts being entered or calculated do not match the expected values.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The user may have entered an incorrect amount in the transaction.
  Reference Document Mismatch: The reference document (like an invoice or a contract) may have a different amount than what is being processed.
  Currency Conversion Issues: If the transaction involves multiple currencies, discrepancies may arise due to exchange rate differences.
  Posting Period Issues: The amounts may be affected by the posting period settings or restrictions.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the financial module that are causing the mismatch.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Amounts: Check the amounts in the reference document and ensure that they match the amounts being entered in the transaction.
  Review Reference Document: Look at the reference document to confirm that it is correct and that the amounts are as expected.
  Check Currency Settings: If applicable, verify the currency settings and ensure that the correct exchange rates are being used.
  Adjust Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period is open and that there are no restrictions affecting the transaction.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review any settings that may be affecting the transaction.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check the transaction codes involved in the process (e.g., FB60 for vendor invoices, F-53 for outgoing payments).
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Documentation: Refer to user manuals or training materials for guidance on entering financial transactions correctly.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FQ734 error and implement a solution to resolve it.