How To Fix PM260 - First amount column already reached


PM260 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: PM - Extended Payment Functions

  • Message number: 260

  • Message text: First amount column already reached

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  • What causes this issue?

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

    System Response

    How to fix this error?

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    five days after the start date. The optimized account balances are
    displayed in a maximum of 6 columns. The balances on the current date
    are always on the far left so it is not possible to scroll any further
    to the left.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PM260 - First amount column already reached ?
    The SAP error message PM260, which states "First amount column already reached," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) module when you are trying to enter or modify data in a transaction that involves amounts, such as in maintenance orders or service notifications.
    
    Cause: The error usually arises when: Data Entry Issues: You are attempting to enter an amount in a column that is not allowed or has already been filled. Configuration Settings: The system configuration may restrict the number of amount columns that can be used in a particular transaction. User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to enter or modify amounts in the specified fields.
    Solution: To resolve the PM260 error, you can try the following steps: Check Data Entry: Ensure that you are entering the amount in the correct field. Review the layout of the transaction screen to confirm that you are not trying to enter data in a

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