F0258 - Payment amount was too large for the following payments

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F0 - FI batch program messages

• Message number: 258

• Message text: Payment amount was too large for the following payments

What causes this issue?

Converting the numbers of the payment amount into words is possible in
the form if you use symbols <(>&SPELL-DIGnn&<)>. Depending on what the
form looks like, only the valid numbers are entered (for example, one
to one hundred thousand, that is <(>&SPELL-DIG01&<)> to
<(>&SPELL-DIG06&<)>).

System Response

If a larger amount is to be converted, then the system determines that
the accompanying symbol is missing. The amount for this payment is not
converted into words.

How to fix this error?

Enter the amount in words onto the payment medium by hand. If this
situation often occurs, than it is advisable to use a different form or
a different payment method or to print a different area (for example,
one thousand to one hundred million), as long as this is accepted by
the banks.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F0258 - Payment amount was too large for the following payments ?

  The SAP error message F0258, which states "Payment amount was too large for the following payments," typically occurs during the payment processing in SAP, particularly when dealing with payment runs or manual payments. This error indicates that the payment amount exceeds the allowable limit set in the system for one or more payment items.
  Causes:
  
  Payment Limit Exceeded: The payment amount exceeds the maximum limit defined in the payment configuration settings.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific settings in the payment program or vendor/customer master data that restrict the maximum payment amount.
  Currency Issues: If the payment is in a different currency, the conversion rate might lead to an amount that exceeds the limit.
  Payment Method Restrictions: Certain payment methods may have predefined limits that are being exceeded.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Payment Limits:
  
  Review the payment limits set in the configuration for the payment program. This can be done in the transaction code OBVCU (for payment methods) or FBZP (for payment program configuration).
  Adjust the limits if necessary, ensuring they align with your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Vendor/Customer Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor or customer master data for any specific payment limits that may have been set. This can be done using transaction codes XK03 (for vendors) or FD03 (for customers).
  Update the master data if the limits are too restrictive.
  
  
  
  Analyze Payment Method:
  
  Ensure that the payment method being used does not have a limit that is being exceeded. You can check this in the payment method configuration.
  
  
  
  Currency Conversion:
  
  If the payment involves currency conversion, verify the exchange rates and ensure that the converted amount does not exceed the limits.
  
  
  
  Split Payments:
  
  If the payment amount is legitimately large and cannot be adjusted, consider splitting the payment into smaller amounts that comply with the limits.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBZP (Payment Program Configuration), OBVCU (Payment Method Configuration), XK03 (Display Vendor), and FD03 (Display Customer).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to payment configurations or master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution. If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further assistance.