1L020 - Please maintain at least one limit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1L - BKK: Limite

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Please maintain at least one limit

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1L020 - Please maintain at least one limit ?

  The SAP error message 1L020: "Please maintain at least one limit" typically occurs in the context of credit management or limit management within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is a requirement to define at least one limit for a customer or a business partner, which is necessary for processing transactions that involve credit checks.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Credit Limit: The primary cause of this error is that the customer or business partner does not have a defined credit limit in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of credit management settings in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Errors: The relevant data for the customer or business partner may not have been entered correctly or completely.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Maintain Credit Limit:
  
  Go to the transaction code FD32 (Change Customer Credit Management) or BP (Business Partner) depending on your setup.
  Enter the customer or business partner number.
  Navigate to the credit management section and ensure that at least one credit limit is defined.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are responsible for system configuration, check the settings in the credit management configuration (transaction code OB45 for credit control area settings).
  Ensure that the credit management is properly configured for the relevant company code and credit control area.
  
  
  
  Review Customer Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all necessary fields in the customer master data are filled out correctly, including the credit control area and any relevant financial information.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the process, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance on maintaining credit limits.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FD32: Change Customer Credit Management
  FD03: Display Customer Credit Management
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  
  
  Credit Management: Understanding how credit management works in SAP can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain credit limits and access customer data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.