How To Fix 5K654 - Directive percentage or amount must be specified


5K654 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 5K - HR: Messages for Canada

  • Message number: 654

  • Message text: Directive percentage or amount must be specified

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5K654 - Directive percentage or amount must be specified ?
    The SAP error message 5K654 indicates that a directive percentage or amount must be specified in a particular context, typically related to pricing or conditions in a sales or purchasing document. This error often arises when trying to create or modify a pricing condition without providing the necessary percentage or amount that defines the condition.
    
    Cause: Missing Data: The most common cause is that the user has not entered a percentage or amount in the relevant fields when creating or updating a pricing condition. Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the pricing procedure or condition types that require specific values to be entered. Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required information or may have entered it incorrectly.
    Solution: Check Input Fields: Ensure that you have entered a valid percentage or amount in the relevant fields for the pricing condition. This is usually found in the pricing conditions tab

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