How To Fix 5U005 - Specify either an amount or a percentage

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Specify either an amount or a percentage

What causes this issue?

Employees may only choose one of the following:
additional amount
additional percentage
override amount
override percentage
to be added to the calculation of their tax withholding. Any
combination of two or more is not allowed. Please verify employee's
option and your entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U005 - Specify either an amount or a percentage ?

  The SAP error message 5U005: "Specify either an amount or a percentage" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or configurations where a monetary value or a percentage is required, but neither has been provided. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the creation of pricing conditions, discounts, or other financial entries.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The most common cause is that the user has not entered either an amount or a percentage in the relevant fields.
  Incorrect Configuration: In some cases, the configuration of the pricing procedure or the condition type may not be set up correctly, leading to this error.
  Data Entry Error: Users may inadvertently skip fields or enter invalid data that does not meet the system's requirements.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that you have filled in either the amount or the percentage field as required by the transaction or configuration you are working on.
  Review Configuration: If you are working with pricing conditions, check the configuration of the pricing procedure and the condition types to ensure they are set up correctly to accept either an amount or a percentage.
  Validation: Validate the data entry to ensure that the values entered are within acceptable ranges and formats.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the transaction or module you are using.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes, such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), or others where financial data is entered.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering financial data to minimize the occurrence of this error.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide more specific guidance based on your system configuration and business processes.