How To Fix P9214 - Payment amount does not exceed the house bank limit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P9 - EU-Specific Messages: Pymnt Program, Banks, Pymnt Methods

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Payment amount does not exceed the house bank limit

What causes this issue?

The payment amount does not exceed the limit entered in Table TBKLA.
This amount is defined for each house bank and currency in the company
code.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P9214 - Payment amount does not exceed the house bank limit ?

  The SAP error message P9214, which states "Payment amount does not exceed the house bank limit," typically occurs when a payment transaction exceeds the defined limit set for a specific house bank in the SAP system. This limit is a control mechanism to prevent excessive payments from being processed through a particular bank account.
  Cause:
  
  House Bank Limit Configuration: The house bank has a defined limit for payments, and the payment amount being processed exceeds this limit.
  Payment Amount: The payment amount entered in the transaction is higher than the allowed limit for that house bank.
  Currency Issues: If the payment is in a different currency than the limit set for the house bank, it may not be calculated correctly against the limit.
  Bank Account Settings: The settings for the bank account may not be configured correctly, leading to discrepancies in the limit.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check House Bank Limit:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the house bank in SAP (Transaction Code: FI12).
  Verify the limit set for the house bank and ensure it aligns with your payment requirements.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payment Amount:
  
  If the payment amount is indeed higher than the limit, consider splitting the payment into smaller amounts that are within the limit.
  
  
  
  Modify House Bank Limit:
  
  If the limit is too low for your business needs, you may need to increase the limit in the house bank configuration. Ensure that this change is approved by the relevant stakeholders.
  
  
  
  Currency Conversion:
  
  If the payment is in a different currency, check the exchange rates and ensure that the limit is appropriately set in the currency of the payment.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the limits or need to make changes, consult with your finance or treasury team to ensure compliance with internal policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  FI12: To maintain house bank details.
  F110: To process automatic payments.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to house bank configuration and payment processing for more detailed guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify house bank settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the P9214 error and successfully process your payment.