How To Fix RDSV_SD_XX811 - Line item discount amount is higher than line item gross amount

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDSV_SD_XX - Regulatory Document and Signature Validation in SD

• Message number: 811

• Message text: Line item discount amount is higher than line item gross amount

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDSV_SD_XX811 - Line item discount amount is higher than line item gross amount ?

  The SAP error message RDSV_SD_XX811 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the line item discount amount and the line item gross amount in a sales document. Specifically, it means that the discount applied to a line item exceeds the total gross amount of that line item, which is not allowed in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Discount Configuration: The discount percentage or amount may have been incorrectly configured in the pricing conditions.
  Manual Entry Error: A user may have manually entered a discount amount that is greater than the gross amount of the item.
  Pricing Procedure Issues: The pricing procedure may not be set up correctly, leading to incorrect calculations of discounts.
  Data Entry Errors: Errors during data entry, such as incorrect item pricing or discount application, can lead to this issue.
  Rounding Issues: Sometimes, rounding differences can cause the discount to appear higher than the gross amount.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Pricing Conditions: Check the pricing conditions for the line item in question. Ensure that the discount percentage or amount is set correctly and does not exceed the gross amount.
  Adjust Manual Entries: If the discount was entered manually, verify the entry and correct it to ensure it is less than or equal to the gross amount.
  Check Pricing Procedure: Review the pricing procedure assigned to the sales document type. Ensure that it is configured correctly to handle discounts appropriately.
  Validate Item Pricing: Ensure that the gross amount of the line item is correct. If there are discrepancies, correct the item pricing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configuration settings related to discounts and pricing procedures.
  Test Changes: After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or quality environment before applying them to production.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) to review and adjust pricing conditions.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the pricing procedure to identify where the calculation is going wrong.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to enter discounts correctly to avoid future occurrences of this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that discounts are applied correctly in your SAP system.