How To Fix CMAC_FEE_CALC230 - Do not use "percentage" and "fixed amount" together in one period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMAC_FEE_CALC - Messages for Student Accounting

• Message number: 230

• Message text: Do not use "percentage" and "fixed amount" together in one period

How to fix this error?

Do not use the
<DS:DE.CMAC_DUEAMT_TYPE>installment determination methods</>
<LB>percentage</> and <LB>fixed amount</> simultaneously in one fee
calculation period.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMAC_FEE_CALC230 - Do not use "percentage" and "fixed amount" together in one period ?

  The SAP error message CMAC_FEE_CALC230 indicates that there is a configuration issue in the fee calculation settings where both a percentage-based fee and a fixed amount fee are being applied simultaneously for the same period. This is not allowed in the system, as it can lead to confusion and incorrect calculations.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises from the following scenarios:
  
  Configuration Error: In the fee calculation settings, both a percentage fee and a fixed fee have been defined for the same time period.
  Data Entry Error: During the setup of fee structures, both types of fees may have been inadvertently entered for the same period.
  Business Logic Conflict: The business rules may dictate that only one type of fee can be applied at a time, and the current configuration violates this rule.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Fee Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the fee configuration settings in SAP.
  Check the fee types defined for the relevant period.
  Ensure that only one type of fee (either percentage or fixed amount) is defined for that period.
  
  
  
  Modify Fee Settings:
  
  If both types of fees are present, decide which one should be applied based on your business requirements.
  Remove or deactivate the fee type that is not needed for that period.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the fee calculation to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the calculations are correct.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines on fee configuration to ensure compliance with business rules.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to fee configuration, such as SPRO for configuration settings.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to fee configurations in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CMAC_FEE_CALC230 error and ensure that your fee calculations are set up correctly.