How To Fix T4193 - Payment amount cannot be a negative amount.Check adjustment amount for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T4 - Time deposit processing

• Message number: 193

• Message text: Payment amount cannot be a negative amount.Check adjustment amount for &1

What causes this issue?

Payment amount for fiduciary deposit flow cannot be negative. Net
withdrawal amount of a flow must not be greater than the original
payment amount.

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?

If adjustment flows are being uploaded, then correct the adjustment
amount for the payment date mentioned in the message.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T4193 - Payment amount cannot be a negative amount.Check adjustment amount for &1 ?

  The SAP error message T4193, which states "Payment amount cannot be a negative amount. Check adjustment amount for &1," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with payment processing or adjustments in accounts payable or receivable.
  Cause:
  
  
  Negative Payment Amount: The primary cause of this error is that the system is attempting to process a payment with a negative amount, which is not allowed. This can happen if:
  
  An adjustment or correction is being made that inadvertently results in a negative payment.
  There is a misconfiguration in the payment processing settings.
  Data entry errors where a negative value was mistakenly input.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration settings for payment processing or the specific transaction type may not allow for negative amounts.
  
  
  Business Logic: The business rules defined in the system may not permit negative payments for certain types of transactions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Payment Amount: Check the payment amount being processed. Ensure that it is a positive value. If an adjustment is necessary, ensure that it is correctly calculated.
  
  
  Adjustments: If you are trying to make an adjustment, verify the adjustment amount. It should reflect the correct positive value that aligns with the business logic.
  
  
  Transaction Type: Ensure that the transaction type you are using allows for the type of payment or adjustment you are trying to make. If necessary, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings.
  
  
  Data Entry: Double-check the data entry for any mistakes. Ensure that all amounts are entered correctly and that no negative values are being inputted inadvertently.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the transaction you are working with. This can provide insights into the expected values and configurations.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to payment processing in SAP, such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) or F-28 (Post Incoming Payments).
  User Roles: Ensure that the user role has the necessary permissions to perform the transaction, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.