How To Fix J#131 - The entered payment amounts and exchange rates do not correspond

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J# -

• Message number: 131

• Message text: The entered payment amounts and exchange rates do not correspond

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J#131 - The entered payment amounts and exchange rates do not correspond ?

  The SAP error message J#131 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the payment amounts and the exchange rates entered in the system. This error typically occurs during the processing of payments, especially in scenarios involving foreign currency transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatched Amounts: The payment amount entered does not match the expected amount based on the exchange rate applied.
  Incorrect Exchange Rate: The exchange rate used for the transaction may not be valid or may not correspond to the date of the transaction.
  Currency Conversion Issues: There may be issues with how the currency conversion is set up in the system, leading to incorrect calculations.
  Manual Entry Errors: Errors in manual entry of payment amounts or exchange rates can lead to this discrepancy.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Payment Amounts: Check the payment amounts entered against the expected amounts. Ensure that they match the invoice or the expected payment.
  Check Exchange Rates: Review the exchange rates used for the transaction. Ensure that the correct exchange rate is applied and that it corresponds to the date of the transaction.
  Currency Settings: Ensure that the currency settings in the system are correctly configured. This includes checking the currency type and the conversion rates set up in the system.
  Recalculate Payment: If necessary, recalculate the payment amounts based on the correct exchange rates and amounts.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling currency and payment discrepancies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice), F-53 (Post Outgoing Payments), or F-28 (Post Incoming Payments) to review and correct the entries.
  Exchange Rate Types: Familiarize yourself with the different exchange rate types in SAP (e.g., M for average rate, B for bank buying rate) and ensure the correct type is being used.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to make changes to payment entries and currency settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the J#131 error in SAP.