How To Fix CMS_CAG217 - Sum value of all the portions must not exceed collateral agreement value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_CAG - Message Class for Collateral Agreement

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Sum value of all the portions must not exceed collateral agreement value

What causes this issue?

The sum total of the values of collateral agreement portions must not
exceed the total value of the collateral agreement itself.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_CAG217 - Sum value of all the portions must not exceed collateral agreement value ?

  The SAP error message CMS_CAG217 indicates that the sum of all portions (or components) in a collateral agreement exceeds the total value of that collateral agreement. This error typically arises in the context of collateral management within SAP, where various portions of collateral are defined and must adhere to the overall limits set by the collateral agreement.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The individual portions of collateral may have been entered incorrectly, leading to a total that exceeds the collateral agreement value.
  Changes in Values: If the value of the collateral agreement was modified after the portions were defined, it may no longer accommodate the sum of the portions.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the collateral management module is configured, leading to discrepancies in calculations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Portions: Check the individual portions of the collateral agreement. Ensure that their values are correct and that their total does not exceed the collateral agreement value.
  Adjust Values: If necessary, adjust the values of the portions to ensure that their sum is less than or equal to the collateral agreement value.
  Update Collateral Agreement: If the collateral agreement value needs to be increased to accommodate the portions, update the collateral agreement accordingly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing collateral agreements and portions.
  Check Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP administrator or support team to check for any configuration issues within the collateral management module.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for managing collateral agreements, such as CMSCAG for collateral agreements.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to make changes to collateral agreements and their portions.
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them in production to avoid further issues.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.