How To Fix T4230 - Amount must have less than 13 digits (capitalized interest, increase)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T4 - Time deposit processing

• Message number: 230

• Message text: Amount must have less than 13 digits (capitalized interest, increase)

What causes this issue?

The transaction amount must not be longer than 12 digits. For example,
less than EUR 10,000,000,000.00 or JPY 1,000,000,000,000. Note that this
also applies to capitalized interest repayments.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T4230 - Amount must have less than 13 digits (capitalized interest, increase) ?

  The SAP error message T4230, which states "Amount must have less than 13 digits (capitalized interest, increase)," typically occurs when you are trying to enter a monetary value that exceeds the allowed limit of 12 digits in the system. This limit is in place to ensure that the system can handle the data correctly without running into overflow or precision issues.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Digit Limit: The primary cause of this error is that the amount you are trying to enter (for capitalized interest or an increase) has 13 or more digits, which is not permitted by the system.
  Data Entry Error: It could also be due to a simple data entry mistake where an extra digit was added inadvertently.
  Currency Conversion: If the amount is being calculated based on currency conversion, the resulting value might exceed the limit.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Amount: Review the amount you are trying to enter and ensure it has less than 13 digits. If it exceeds this limit, you will need to adjust it accordingly.
  Break Down Large Amounts: If you are dealing with a large sum, consider breaking it down into smaller components that can be processed individually, if applicable.
  Review Currency Settings: If the error arises from a currency conversion, check the exchange rates and ensure that the resulting amount is within the acceptable range.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for handling capitalized interest to ensure compliance with the system's requirements.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in your SAP system related to financial transactions and ensure they are set up correctly.
  Testing: If you are in a development or testing environment, try replicating the issue with different amounts to understand the limits better.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the T4230 error and implement a solution to resolve it.