How To Fix 5F808 - The sum of the distribution percentage is different to 100%

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5F - HR F: Error Messages (France)

• Message number: 808

• Message text: The sum of the distribution percentage is different to 100%

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5F808 - The sum of the distribution percentage is different to 100% ?

  The SAP error message 5F808 indicates that there is an issue with the distribution percentages in a document or transaction. Specifically, it means that the sum of the distribution percentages you have entered does not equal 100%. This error typically occurs in scenarios involving cost distribution, allocation, or any situation where percentages are used to allocate amounts across multiple accounts or cost centers.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Percentage Entries: The most common cause is that the user has entered distribution percentages that do not add up to 100%. For example, if you enter 30%, 40%, and 20%, the total is 90%, which will trigger this error.
  Missing Entries: If you have not entered a percentage for one or more distribution lines, the total will also not equal 100%.
  Rounding Issues: Sometimes, rounding can cause the total to be slightly off from 100%, especially if you are working with decimal percentages.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Distribution Percentages: Review all the distribution percentages you have entered. Ensure that they add up to exactly 100%. You can do this manually or use a calculator.
  Adjust Percentages: If the total is less than or greater than 100%, adjust the percentages accordingly. You may need to redistribute the amounts to ensure they total 100%.
  Add Missing Percentages: If you have any lines that are missing percentages, either enter the appropriate percentage or remove those lines if they are not needed.
  Rounding Considerations: If you are dealing with decimal percentages, consider rounding them appropriately to ensure they sum to 100%.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Types: This error can occur in various transactions, such as creating or posting invoices, journal entries, or during the allocation of costs in controlling (CO) modules.
  SAP Documentation: For more detailed information, you can refer to SAP's official documentation or help resources related to the specific module you are working in (e.g., Financial Accounting (FI), Controlling (CO)).
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to correctly enter distribution percentages to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5F808 and successfully complete your transaction.