How To Fix AP103 - &1 total of percentages is less than 100%

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AP - Investment program messages

• Message number: 103

• Message text: &1 total of percentages is less than 100%

What causes this issue?

You have entered percentages for the assignment of a measure to budget
categories. You entered percentages for at least one measure that total
less than 100%.
Using percentages of less than 100% is basically possible, but it means
that the planned and budget values will also be taken into account in
reporting at less than 100%. This effect may be useful and desirable
in certain instances. For example, you may want to check how the
budget categories are exhausted by the actual values that have come due
at the level of the program position, but you do not want to check the
how much of the measure budget is exhausted (or you only want to
check certain budget categories).

How to fix this error?

Check whether you really want the assignment to the budget categories
to total less than 100%. Correct the percentages, if necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AP103 - &1 total of percentages is less than 100% ?

  The SAP error message AP103, which states "Total of percentages is less than 100%," typically occurs in the context of percentage-based allocations, such as in the configuration of profit centers, cost centers, or other allocation methods where percentages are used to distribute amounts.
  Cause:
  This error arises when the sum of the percentage values entered in a particular field does not equal 100%. For example, if you are trying to allocate costs or revenues across different departments or cost centers, and the total percentage you have entered is less than 100%, SAP will trigger this error to ensure that the allocation is valid.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Percentage Values: Review the percentage values you have entered in the relevant fields. Ensure that they add up to exactly 100%. 
  
  
  Adjust the Percentages: If the total is less than 100%, you can either:
  
  Increase the percentages of the existing entries.
  Add additional entries to cover the remaining percentage needed to reach 100%.
  
  
  
  Review Allocation Logic: If you are using a specific allocation method, ensure that the logic behind the allocation is sound and that all necessary entries are accounted for.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to allocate percentages correctly, refer to the SAP documentation or guidelines specific to your module (e.g., Controlling, Financial Accounting).
  
  
  Test Changes: After making adjustments, re-run the transaction or process that triggered the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where you encounter this error, you may be using transaction codes like KP26 (for cost center planning) or KPF6 (for profit center planning).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to the allocation percentages.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant area of SAP.