F0238 - Termination - Negative payment amount in payment document &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F0 - FI batch program messages

• Message number: 238

• Message text: Termination - Negative payment amount in payment document &

What causes this issue?

The program calculated a negative payment amount at the end of one of
the payment documents. This renders the DME file incorrect. The reason
for this is that you have not selected the "One payment per pamyent
document" parameter (domestic payments) or "Minimize number of
transfers" parameter (foreign payments). Data has been configured
incorrectly for the payment method in question.
Configuration data:
The "Message type" parameter determines the maximum number of reference
data that can be carried in each payment order (see parameter
documentation).
The value entered for this parameter determines the amount of items per
form for each payment method and in each company code.
If the value entered for "Items per form" is not correct, you can
rectify this using the minimum amount per transfer (for future payment
runs).

System Response

The program run terminates.

How to fix this error?

Rerun the DME creation program after selecting the "One payment per
payment document - minimize number of transfers" parameter.
For future payment runs: reconfigure the appropriate functionality or
always select the "Minimize number of transfers" parameter.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F0238 - Termination - Negative payment amount in payment document & ?

  The SAP error message F0238, which states "Termination - Negative payment amount in payment document," typically occurs when there is an attempt to process a payment document that has a negative payment amount. This situation can arise in various scenarios, such as when reversing a payment or when there is an error in the payment processing logic.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Payment Amount: The payment document may have been incorrectly entered with a negative amount.
  Reversal Transactions: If a payment is being reversed, the system may generate a negative payment amount.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of payment methods or payment processing settings.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the creation of payment documents can lead to negative amounts.
  Custom Code: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the payment processing logic, they may inadvertently lead to negative amounts.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Payment Document: Check the payment document for any incorrect entries. Ensure that the payment amount is positive.
  Reversal Process: If the document is meant to be a reversal, ensure that the reversal process is being followed correctly and that the system is set up to handle reversals appropriately.
  Configuration Check: Review the configuration settings for payment processing in the SAP system. Ensure that payment methods and related settings are correctly configured.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in the data entry process to prevent negative amounts from being entered in payment documents.
  Custom Code Review: If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it does not inadvertently create negative payment amounts.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payment processing for any known issues or additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) or FBZP (Maintain Payment Program) to review payment settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting payment processing.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that no new issues are introduced.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.