How To Fix AO020 - Distribution percentage rate &1 is not allowed - please correct

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AO - Appropriation requests - Master data / Customizing

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Distribution percentage rate &1 is not allowed - please correct

What causes this issue?

Either you did not enter a distribution percentage rate, or you entered
a distribution percentage rate of 0% for the percentage distribution to
cost centers, business areas or profit centers.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter a correct distribution percentage rate.
Or delete the entry by removing the cost center, profit center and
business area.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO020 - Distribution percentage rate &1 is not allowed - please correct ?

  The SAP error message AO020, which states "Distribution percentage rate &1 is not allowed - please correct," typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when you are trying to distribute costs or values across different cost centers, internal orders, or other objects. The error indicates that the distribution percentage you are trying to use is not valid according to the system's configuration or business rules.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Percentage: The percentage you are trying to enter may be outside the acceptable range (e.g., less than 0% or greater than 100%).
  Configuration Issues: The distribution rules or settings in the system may not allow for the percentage you are trying to use.
  Missing Master Data: The relevant master data (like cost centers or internal orders) may not be set up correctly or may not allow for the specified distribution.
  Business Rules: There may be specific business rules or policies in place that restrict certain distribution percentages.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Percentage: Ensure that the percentage you are trying to enter is valid. It should be between 0% and 100%.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure that the distribution rules allow for the percentage you are trying to use.
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting and review the distribution settings.
  
  
  Verify Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data (cost centers, internal orders, etc.) is correctly set up and that they allow for the distribution you are attempting.
  Consult Documentation: Review any internal documentation or guidelines that may specify allowed distribution percentages.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), or AS03 (Display Asset) to check asset details and distribution settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If your organization has custom logic implemented, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect the distribution process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AO020 error and implement a solution to correct it.