How To Fix M8_2315 - Retention amount &1 &2 is greater than gross amount &3 &4

M8_2315 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 315

• Message text: Retention amount &1 &2 is greater than gross amount &3 &4

What causes this issue?

The retention amount is higher than the gross amount of the document.

System Response

The system cannot post the document.

How to fix this error?

Enter a lower amount for retention.

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 M8_2315 - Retention amount &1 &2 is greater than gross amount &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message M8_2315 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the retention amount and the gross amount in a financial transaction. Specifically, it states that the retention amount (which is typically a portion of the total amount withheld for taxes or other purposes) is greater than the gross amount (the total amount before any deductions). This situation is not valid in SAP, as the retention cannot exceed the gross amount.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The retention amount may have been incorrectly entered or calculated, leading to it being greater than the gross amount.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the retention settings in the system, leading to incorrect calculations.
  Document Type or Transaction Type: The type of document or transaction being processed may not support the retention settings being applied.
  Currency Conversion Issues: If the transaction involves multiple currencies, there may be discrepancies due to conversion rates.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Data Entry: