How To Fix J3RFREGINV407 - Linked amount &1 of incoming invoice &2 greater than possible amount &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3RFREGINV - Invoice Registration Journal

• Message number: 407

• Message text: Linked amount &1 of incoming invoice &2 greater than possible amount &3

What causes this issue?

You entered an amount for linking that is greater than the possible
remaining amount including any other links to this invoice.

System Response

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 J3RFREGINV407 - Linked amount &1 of incoming invoice &2 greater than possible amount &3 ?

  The SAP error message J3RFREGINV407 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the amounts related to an incoming invoice. Specifically, it states that the linked amount of the incoming invoice is greater than the possible amount that can be processed. This typically occurs in the context of invoice verification and can be related to various factors, such as incorrect data entry, mismatched amounts, or issues with the configuration of the invoice processing.
  Causes:
  
  Data Entry Errors: The amount entered for the invoice may have been incorrectly inputted, leading to a mismatch.
  Invoice Amount Exceeds Allowed Limit: The invoice amount may exceed the total amount that is allowed for the linked purchase order or contract.
  Incomplete or Incorrect Purchase Order: The purchase order linked to the invoice may not have sufficient funds or may not be fully received.
  Currency Conversion Issues: If the invoice and the purchase order are in different currencies, conversion rates may lead to discrepancies.
  Configuration Issues: There may be settings in the SAP system that limit the amount that can be processed for certain types of invoices.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Invoice Amount: Check the amount on the invoice against the purchase order or contract to ensure they match.
  Check Purchase Order: Review the linked purchase order to ensure that it has sufficient funds and that all items have been received.
  Adjust Invoice Amount: If the invoice amount is incorrect, it may need to be adjusted or corrected before processing.
  Currency Check: If applicable, verify the currency conversion rates and ensure that the amounts are correctly converted.
  Consult Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in SAP related to invoice processing to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to contact SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like MIRO (Invoice Verification) to review and process invoices.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for invoice processing and error handling to gain a better understanding of the underlying processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.