How To Fix /SCMTMS/CLC030 - Credit limit check failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/CLC -

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Credit limit check failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/CLC030 - Credit limit check failed ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/CLC030 Credit limit check failed typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a credit limit check is performed during the execution of a transportation process, such as creating a shipment or a freight order. This error indicates that the credit limit for a customer or vendor has been exceeded, and as a result, the system is preventing further processing.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeded Credit Limit: The primary cause of this error is that the customer or vendor's credit limit has been exceeded. This can happen if there are outstanding invoices or if the customer has reached their credit limit due to previous transactions.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of credit management settings in SAP, such as incorrect credit limit values or settings that do not align with business requirements.
  Master Data Issues: The customer or vendor master data may not be correctly maintained, leading to incorrect credit limit checks.
  Open Items: There may be open items in the customer or vendor account that are not cleared, contributing to the exceeded credit limit.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Credit Limit: Check the credit limit assigned to the customer or vendor in the master data. If necessary, increase the credit limit to allow for the transaction to proceed.
  
  Transaction Code: FD32 for customers or FK32 for vendors.
  
  
  
  Clear Open Items: Review the open items in the customer or vendor account. If there are overdue invoices, consider clearing them or negotiating payment terms.
  
  Transaction Code: FBL5N for customer open items or FBL1N for vendor open items.
  
  
  
  Adjust Credit Management Settings: If the credit limit check is too restrictive, consider adjusting the credit management settings in the system.
  
  Transaction Code: OB45 to configure credit control areas.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the credit limit or the implications of changing it, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with company policies.
  
  
  Check for Configuration Errors: Ensure that the configuration for credit management in SAP is set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG).
  
  
  Review Related Transactions: If the error occurs during a specific transaction, review the related documents and ensure that all necessary prerequisites are met.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on credit management and transportation management for more detailed information on how credit limits are handled in the system.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, review any user exits or BAdIs that may affect credit limit checks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.