How To Fix FZ618 - > Payment amount is not within the limits allowed ( & - & )

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FZ - Payment Transactions

• Message number: 618

• Message text: > Payment amount is not within the limits allowed ( & - & )

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FZ618 - > Payment amount is not within the limits allowed ( & - & ) ?

  The SAP error message FZ618, which states "Payment amount is not within the limits allowed ( & - & )", typically occurs during the payment processing in SAP, particularly when dealing with payment runs or manual payments. This error indicates that the payment amount being processed does not fall within the predefined limits set in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Payment Limits: The error is often caused by the payment amount exceeding the limits set for a specific vendor, customer, or payment method. These limits can be configured in the vendor or customer master data or in the payment method settings.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the payment program that restrict the payment amounts based on certain criteria.
  Currency Issues: If the payment is being made in a different currency, the conversion rates or limits may not align with the expected values.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on the payment amounts that can be processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payment Limits: Review the vendor or customer master data to check if there are any payment limits set. You can do this by navigating to the vendor or customer account in the SAP system and checking the relevant fields.
  Adjust Configuration: If the limits are too restrictive, consider adjusting them in the configuration settings. This can be done by accessing the relevant configuration in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide).
  Review Payment Method Settings: Check the payment method settings to ensure that there are no restrictions that would prevent the payment from being processed.
  Currency Conversion: If the issue is related to currency, ensure that the currency conversion rates are correctly set up and that the payment amount is within the limits after conversion.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance on the configuration settings related to payment limits.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as FK03 (Display Vendor), FD03 (Display Customer), or OBPM1 (Payment Method Configuration) to check and modify settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the relevant settings in the SAP system.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.