How To Fix RE167 - Open amount for document &1 &2 exceeded in line &3 by &4 %

RE167 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RE - Earmarked funds

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Open amount for document &1 &2 exceeded in line &3 by &4 %

What causes this issue?

The funds already used, added to those you are now requesting in line
&V3& would exceed the available amount in the referenced
<DS:GLOS.earmarked_funds>earmarked funds &V1& &V2& by &V4& %.
INCLUDE FMRE_RE_TOL3 OBJECT DOKU ID TX
INCLUDE FMRE_RE_TOL4 OBJECT DOKU ID TX
INCLUDE FMRES_UEBNOTE1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RE167 - Open amount for document &1 &2 exceeded in line &3 by &4 % ?

  The SAP error message RE167, which states "Open amount for document &1 &2 exceeded in line &3 by &4 %," typically occurs in the context of Real Estate Management (RE) or similar financial transactions within SAP. This error indicates that the open amount for a specific document has exceeded the allowed limit for a particular line item.
  
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Open Amount: The primary cause of this error is that the total open amount for a document (such as a lease or contract) has surpassed the predefined threshold or limit set in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that define the maximum allowable open amount for certain transactions or document types.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation or modification of documents can lead to discrepancies in the open amounts.
  Currency Conversion Issues: If the transaction involves multiple currencies, fluctuations in exchange rates may cause the open