How To Fix TU262 - Payment schema amount &1 (&3) is smaler than billing amount &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TU - Billing/Scheduling/Budget Billing

• Message number: 262

• Message text: Payment schema amount &1 (&3) is smaler than billing amount &2

What causes this issue?

You changed amount &V1& for due date &V3&. It is now smaller than the
amount of basic billing document &V2&. This is not permissible.

System Response

The amount for due date &V3& is not changed.

How to fix this error?

You can reduce the amount for due date &V3& to no lower than &V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TU262 - Payment schema amount &1 (&3) is smaler than billing amount &2 ?

  The SAP error message TU262 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the payment schema amount and the billing amount in a transaction. Specifically, it states that the payment schema amount is smaller than the billing amount, which is not acceptable in the context of the transaction being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Payment Schema Configuration: The payment schema may not be configured correctly, leading to an amount that does not match the expected billing amount.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be manual entry errors where the payment amount was incorrectly entered or calculated.
  Billing Document Issues: The billing document may have been created with incorrect amounts or may not have been updated properly.
  Currency Conversion Issues: If there are multiple currencies involved, discrepancies may arise due to incorrect currency conversion rates or settings.
  Incomplete or Incorrect Payment Terms: The payment terms associated with the transaction may not align with the billing amount.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Payment Schema Configuration: Check the configuration of the payment schema in the system to ensure it is set up correctly and matches the expected billing amounts.
  Verify Data Entry: Double-check the amounts entered in the payment schema and ensure they are correct and correspond to the billing amount.
  Check Billing Document: Review the billing document for any discrepancies. Ensure that the billing amount is accurate and that the document is complete.
  Currency Settings: If applicable, verify the currency settings and conversion rates to ensure that they are correct and consistent across the transaction.
  Adjust Payment Terms: Review the payment terms associated with the transaction and make any necessary adjustments to ensure they align with the billing amount.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your configuration and setup.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VF03 (Display Billing Document) or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to review related documents and amounts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to make changes to payment schemas and billing documents.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.