How To Fix FICO1372 - You entered a percentage of 0%

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICO1 -

• Message number: 372

• Message text: You entered a percentage of 0%

What causes this issue?

In condition processing you entered a percentage of 0% for the condition
type "Interest Penalty" with condition category 105040 and amount
category 105060.

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?

Check whether you want to use an interest penalty of 0%.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICO1372 - You entered a percentage of 0% ?

  The SAP error message FICO1372, which states "You entered a percentage of 0%," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or configurations where a percentage value is expected, but a value of 0% has been entered. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when setting up tax rates, discounts, or allocation percentages in financial documents.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The user may have inadvertently entered a percentage of 0% where a non-zero percentage is required.
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, the system configuration may not allow for a 0% value in certain fields, especially if a percentage is expected for calculations.
  Business Logic: The business process may not support a 0% value, leading to this error when trying to save or process a transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the fields where the percentage is being entered. Ensure that the percentage is appropriate for the context. If a non-zero percentage is required, enter a valid percentage value.
  Review Configuration: If you are working with tax rates, discounts, or similar configurations, check the settings in the relevant configuration areas (e.g., Financial Accounting, Controlling) to ensure that they allow for the intended percentage values.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction or configuration you are working with to understand the expected input values.
  Business Process Review: If the error persists, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure that the business process aligns with the system's requirements. They may need to adjust the process to accommodate valid percentage values.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where the error occurs, you may be using transaction codes like FB60 (Invoice), FB70 (Customer Invoice), or others related to financial postings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have bugs that are documented in SAP Notes.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific SAP environment and configuration.