How To Fix 5U182 - Enter either a percentage or an amount, but not both

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 182

• Message text: Enter either a percentage or an amount, but not both

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U182 - Enter either a percentage or an amount, but not both ?

  The SAP error message 5U182 indicates that there is a conflict in the input data where both a percentage and an amount have been entered in a field that only allows one of these values. This typically occurs in scenarios involving financial calculations, such as pricing, discounts, or allocations, where the system expects either a percentage or a fixed amount, but not both.
  Cause:
  
  The user has entered both a percentage value and a fixed amount in the same field or related fields.
  This can happen in various transactions, such as creating or modifying pricing conditions, discounts, or other financial entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Input Fields: Check the fields where you have entered data. Ensure that you have only filled in either the percentage field or the amount field, but not both.
  
  
  Clear Conflicting Entries: If both fields are filled, clear one of them based on your requirement. For example, if you want to apply a discount as a percentage, remove the fixed amount entry.
  
  
  Validation: After making the necessary adjustments, validate the entries to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about which value to enter, refer to the relevant SAP documentation or user guides for the specific transaction you are working on.
  
  
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing training to users on how to correctly enter data in the system to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes, such as those related to pricing (e.g., VK11, VK12) or financial postings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message, as there may be specific fixes or enhancements provided by SAP.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that only one type of value (either percentage or amount) is entered, you can resolve the error and proceed with your transaction.