How To Fix 3L053 - Incorrect monthly percentage

3L053 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3L - HR: Messages for Mexico

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Incorrect monthly percentage

What causes this issue?

The monthly percentage cannot exceed 100.

System Response

The system interrupts the report run.

How to fix this error?

Specify a valid percentage.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3L053 - Incorrect monthly percentage ?

  The SAP error message 3L053: Incorrect monthly percentage typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost planning or budgeting. This error indicates that the monthly percentage values entered for a cost element or cost center do not add up to 100% for the specified period.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Percentage Values: The sum of the monthly percentages for a given period does not equal 100%. For example, if you have percentages for January, February, and March, they should total 100%.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry mistakes can lead to incorrect percentages being inputted.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the planning layout is configured in the system.
  Missing Values: If some months are left blank or have zero values, it can lead to discrepancies in the total percentage.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Monthly Percentages: Review the monthly percentage values entered for the relevant cost element or cost center. Ensure that they sum