How To Fix 5D875 - Rounding divisor is defined incorrectly

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5D - Error Messages for German Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 875

• Message text: Rounding divisor is defined incorrectly

What causes this issue?

The value 0 is defined as the rounding divisor to calculate the child
allowance supplement. To calculate the child allowance supplement
correctly, a rounding divisor other than 0 must be defined.

System Response

The processing terminates.

How to fix this error?

Maintain view V_T511K as follows:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Country grouping,,01
Parameter,, ,, ,,OKGZR
Value,, ,, ,, ,, ,,0,01 for output of amounts in pfennigs
Value,, ,, ,, ,, ,,1,00 for rounding up to complete German marks.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D875 - Rounding divisor is defined incorrectly ?

  The SAP error message 5D875 ("Rounding divisor is defined incorrectly") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or calculations where rounding rules are applied. This error indicates that there is an issue with the rounding divisor defined in the system, which is used to round amounts in financial documents.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The rounding divisor may be set to an invalid value in the configuration settings. This can happen if the divisor is set to zero or a negative number, which is not acceptable for rounding operations.
  Master Data Issues: The rounding rules defined in the master data (such as in the material master or vendor master) may be incorrect or inconsistent.
  Custom Code: If there are custom programs or enhancements that manipulate rounding, they may not handle the rounding divisor correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Rounding Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area for rounding settings (e.g., Financial Accounting or Controlling).
  Verify that the rounding divisor is set correctly and is a positive number.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant materials, vendors, or customers to ensure that the rounding rules are correctly defined.
  Make any necessary adjustments to the rounding settings in the master data.
  
  
  
  Debug Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles rounding operations and does not use an invalid divisor.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to rounding issues for additional guidance and best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that rounding is functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to financial configuration (e.g., OB37 for defining rounding rules).
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP financial configurations.