How To Fix FTR_LC009 - Presentation amount is larger than the L/C amount

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_LC - Message class for Letter of Credit

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Presentation amount is larger than the L/C amount

What causes this issue?

You want to create a presentation for the L/C. However, the total amount
of the presentations in status <LS>Draft</>, <LS>Document Provided</>,
<LS>Pre-checked</>, <LS>Accepted </>and <LS>Settled </>is larger than
the L/C amount.
INCLUDE CUSTOMIZED_MESSAGE_INFO OBJECT DOKU ID TX
The application area is <LB>FTR_LC</>.

System Response

If this message is set as a warning message, you can still save the L/C.
If this message is set as an error message, you cannot save the L/C.

How to fix this error?

Change the presentation amount.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_LC009 - Presentation amount is larger than the L/C amount ?

  The SAP error message FTR_LC009 indicates that the presentation amount for a letter of credit (L/C) is larger than the total amount of the letter of credit itself. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions involving letters of credit, where the amounts presented for payment must not exceed the agreed-upon limits of the L/C.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The most common cause is a simple data entry mistake where the amount entered for the presentation exceeds the total amount of the letter of credit.
  Incorrect L/C Amount: The letter of credit may have been set up with an incorrect total amount, leading to discrepancies when processing presentations.
  Multiple Presentations: If multiple presentations are being made against the same L/C, the cumulative amount of these presentations may exceed the total L/C amount.
  Currency Conversion Issues: If the presentation amount is in a different currency than the L/C amount, conversion rates may lead to misinterpretation of the amounts.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Amounts: Check the presentation amount entered and ensure it does not exceed the total amount of the letter of credit. Adjust the presentation amount if necessary.
  Review L/C Details: Confirm the total amount of the letter of credit in the system. If it is incorrect, you may need to correct the L/C details.
  Check Previous Presentations: If there have been previous presentations against the same L/C, ensure that the total of all presentations does not exceed the L/C amount.
  Currency Check: If applicable, verify that the currency conversion is correct and that the amounts are being compared in the same currency.
  Consult Documentation: Review the terms and conditions of the letter of credit to ensure compliance with the stipulated amounts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FTR_EDIT for editing financial transactions related to letters of credit.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes or updates that may address known issues or bugs related to this error message.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to make changes to the letter of credit and its presentations.
  Training and Documentation: Consider providing training for users involved in processing letters of credit to minimize data entry errors.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.