How To Fix CRM_MKTPL_RRL018 - Enter a series of percentages for sponsoring partners that add up to 100%

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTPL_RRL - Message Class For Reward Rule

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Enter a series of percentages for sponsoring partners that add up to 100%

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_RRL018 - Enter a series of percentages for sponsoring partners that add up to 100% ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_RRL018 indicates that when you are trying to enter percentages for sponsoring partners in a marketing plan or campaign, the total of those percentages does not equal 100%. This is a common requirement in SAP CRM to ensure that the distribution of costs or contributions among partners is accurately represented.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The sum of the percentages entered for the sponsoring partners is either less than or greater than 100%.
  There may be missing entries for some partners, or incorrect values have been inputted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Percentages: Review the percentages you have entered for each sponsoring partner. Ensure that they are all filled in correctly.
  
  
  Calculate the Total: Add up all the percentages you have entered. The total must equal exactly 100%.
  
  
  Adjust Values: If the total is not 100%, adjust the individual percentages accordingly. You may need to increase or decrease some values to achieve the correct total.
  
  
  Validation: After making adjustments, double-check the values to ensure they are logical and meet the business requirements.
  
  
  Save Changes: Once the percentages add up to 100%, save your changes to proceed without encountering the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Context: This error is often encountered in marketing planning scenarios where multiple partners contribute to a campaign, and their contributions need to be proportionally represented.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on marketing planning and managing sponsoring partners.
  User Training: Ensure that users entering this data are trained on the importance of accurate percentage entry and the implications of incorrect data.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.