F5231 - Terms of payment changed; Check

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Terms of payment changed; Check

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5231 - Terms of payment changed; Check ?

  The SAP error message F5231 ("Terms of payment changed; Check") typically occurs when there is a discrepancy or change in the payment terms associated with a financial transaction, such as an invoice or a payment. This error can arise in various scenarios, including when the payment terms have been modified after the transaction was created, or when there are inconsistencies between the payment terms in the vendor/customer master data and the transaction itself.
  Causes:
  
  Change in Payment Terms: The payment terms for a vendor or customer have been changed after the transaction was created.
  Inconsistent Data: The payment terms in the document do not match the payment terms defined in the vendor or customer master data.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow changes to payment terms.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of payment terms in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Payment Terms: Review the payment terms in the vendor or customer master data and ensure they match the terms in the transaction document.
  
  Navigate to the vendor/customer master data and verify the payment terms.
  If necessary, update the payment terms in the transaction to match the master data.
  
  
  
  Review Document Changes: If the payment terms were changed after the document was created, consider whether the change is necessary. If not, revert the payment terms to their original state.
  
  
  Transaction Status: Ensure that the transaction document is in a status that allows for changes. If the document is locked or in a completed status, you may need to reverse or adjust the document.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the payment terms are correctly set up in the system. This may involve checking the configuration settings for payment terms in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for more detailed information about the error. This can provide insights into what specifically triggered the error message.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice) or F-53 (Post Outgoing Payment) to review and edit transactions.
  Master Data Maintenance: Use transaction codes like XK02 (Change Vendor) or FD02 (Change Customer) to update payment terms in master data.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the F5231 error and implement a solution to resolve it.