How To Fix CMS_OMS_BP_LNK011 - Share of owner cannot be greater than 100%

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_OMS_BP_LNK - Business Partner Service Link

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Share of owner cannot be greater than 100%

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_OMS_BP_LNK011 - Share of owner cannot be greater than 100% ?

  The SAP error message CMS_OMS_BP_LNK011 indicates that there is an issue with the ownership share of a business partner (BP) in the system. Specifically, the error states that the share of ownership cannot exceed 100%. This typically occurs in scenarios where multiple business partners are linked or when defining ownership percentages for a business partner.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the total ownership share assigned to a business partner exceeds 100%. This can happen in the following situations:
  
  When multiple business partners are assigned ownership shares that, when summed, exceed 100%.
  When a single business partner is incorrectly assigned an ownership share greater than 100%.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Review Ownership Shares:
  
  Navigate to the business partner configuration or the relevant ownership structure in your SAP system.
  Check the ownership shares assigned to each business partner involved.
  
  
  
  Adjust Ownership Percentages:
  
  Ensure that the total ownership shares for all linked business partners do not exceed 100%.
  If necessary, adjust the percentages to ensure they sum up to 100% or less.
  
  
  
  Validate Changes:
  
  After making adjustments, save the changes and attempt to perform the action that triggered the error again.
  Ensure that the ownership structure is logically consistent and reflects the actual ownership distribution.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the ownership structure or how to adjust it, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources related to business partner management.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists after making adjustments, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Management: Understanding how business partners are structured and linked in SAP is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of ownership, roles, and relationships in the context of business partners.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Testing in a Sandbox Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a non-production environment to test changes without affecting live data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CMS_OMS_BP_LNK011 error and ensure that your business partner ownership shares are correctly configured.