How To Fix 5U259 - Modify record(s) so that total percentage does not exceed 100%


5U259 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

  • Message number: 259

  • Message text: Modify record(s) so that total percentage does not exceed 100%

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  • What causes this issue?

    If you save the current work tax area record, the total percentage of
    all work tax area records will exceed 100%. The preceding error
    message(s) list the affected period(s).

    System Response

    Because the total percentage would exceed 100%, the record cannot be
    saved.

    How to fix this error?

    Choose <ZH>Enter</> to modify the <ZH>current </>record.
    Choose <ZH>Correct errors</> to modify one of the<ZH> existing</>
    records.

    Procedure for System Administrators

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


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U259 - Modify record(s) so that total percentage does not exceed 100% ?
    The SAP error message 5U259, which states "Modify record(s) so that total percentage does not exceed 100%," typically occurs in the context of maintaining records that involve percentage allocations, such as in project management, budgeting, or resource planning.
    
    Cause: This error arises when the sum of the percentage values entered for a particular record exceeds 100%. This can happen in various scenarios, such as: When allocating costs or resources to different components of a project. When defining the distribution of budget across different departments or cost centers. When entering percentage-based data in a form where the total must equal 100%.
    Solution: To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the total percentage of the records you are trying to save does not exceed 100%. Here are the steps you can take: Review the Entries: Check all the percentage values you have entered. Make sure to sum them up to see if they exceed 100%. Adjust Percentages: If the

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