How To Fix OB093 - Tolerance for gain posting exceeded by & percent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OB - IS-OIL Downstream TDP messages

• Message number: 093

• Message text: Tolerance for gain posting exceeded by & percent

What causes this issue?

The set tolerance values for gain postings have been reached.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Reduce the gain postings, or change the limits for gain postings in
tables OIH30/OIH31.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OB093 - Tolerance for gain posting exceeded by & percent ?

  The SAP error message OB093, "Tolerance for gain posting exceeded by & percent," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with foreign currency valuations or gain/loss postings. This error indicates that the gain or loss from a currency conversion exceeds the predefined tolerance limit set in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Tolerance Limit Exceeded: The primary cause of this error is that the gain or loss from a currency conversion exceeds the tolerance percentage defined in the system settings.
  Configuration Settings: The tolerance limits for gain/loss postings are configured in the system, and if the actual gain/loss exceeds this limit, the error is triggered.
  Currency Fluctuations: Significant fluctuations in exchange rates can lead to large gains or losses, which may exceed the set tolerance levels.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Tolerance Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for tolerance limits in the SAP system. This can typically be found in the following path:
  
  SPRO > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Document > Document Types > Define Tolerance Limits for Gain/Loss Posting.
  
  
  Adjust the tolerance percentage to a higher value if necessary, based on your organization's policy.
  
  
  
  Analyze Transactions:
  
  Review the specific transaction that triggered the error. Check the exchange rates and the amounts involved to understand why the gain/loss exceeded the tolerance.
  If the transaction is valid, consider adjusting the transaction or posting it manually if allowed.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  Discuss with your finance or accounting team to ensure that the tolerance settings align with the company's financial policies and practices.
  
  
  
  Manual Posting:
  
  If the system does not allow the posting due to the tolerance limit, you may need to post the gain/loss manually, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the tolerance settings, conduct tests to ensure that the changes resolve the issue without causing other problems.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed guidance on configuring tolerance limits and understanding the implications of changes.
  User Exits and BAdIs: In some cases, custom logic may be implemented using user exits or BAdIs to handle specific scenarios related to gain/loss postings.
  Support: If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for help.
  
  By addressing the tolerance settings and understanding the underlying transactions, you can resolve the OB093 error effectively.