How To Fix PM213 - Payment amount exceeds the house bank limit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PM - Extended Payment Functions

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Payment amount exceeds the house bank limit

What causes this issue?

The payment amount exceeds the limit specified in table TBKLA. This is
defined in the company code for each house bank and currency. With this
overrun, a restriction of the possible payment method to individual
payment methods (see table TBKZW) is linked.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PM213 - Payment amount exceeds the house bank limit ?

  The SAP error message PM213, which states "Payment amount exceeds the house bank limit," typically occurs when a payment transaction exceeds the predefined limit set for a specific house bank in the SAP system. This limit is established to control the amount of money that can be processed through a particular bank account, ensuring that the organization does not exceed its financial limits or risk exposure.
  Cause:
  
  House Bank Limit Configuration: The house bank has a limit set in the system, and the payment amount being processed exceeds this limit.
  Payment Amount: The payment amount being processed is higher than the allowed limit for that specific house bank.
  Multiple Payments: If multiple payments are being processed in a batch, the cumulative amount may exceed the limit.
  Incorrect Configuration: The limit may not be configured correctly in the system, or it may not reflect the current financial agreements with the bank.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review House Bank Limit:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the house bank in SAP (Transaction Code: FI12 or OBHB).
  Check the limit set for the house bank in question and verify if it is appropriate for the payment being processed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payment Amount:
  
  If possible, reduce the payment amount to be within the limit set for the house bank.
  If the payment is part of a batch, consider splitting the payments into smaller amounts that do not exceed the limit.
  
  
  
  Modify House Bank Limit:
  
  If the limit needs to be increased, consult with the relevant stakeholders (e.g., finance department, bank representatives) to determine if the limit can be adjusted.
  Update the house bank limit in the SAP configuration if approved.
  
  
  
  Check for Multiple Payments:
  
  If processing multiple payments, ensure that the total does not exceed the limit. You may need to process payments in smaller batches.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any internal documentation or policies regarding payment limits and house bank configurations to ensure compliance.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists or if you are unsure about making changes, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FI12 (House Bank) and OBHB (House Bank Configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify house bank configurations in SAP.
  Documentation: Keep documentation of any changes made to house bank limits for future reference and compliance purposes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PM213 error and ensure that your payment transactions are processed successfully within the defined limits.