How To Fix FKKBIX487 - The percentages entered exceed a total of 100%

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKBIX - Conv.Inv.: Billing (Invoice Preprocessing)

• Message number: 487

• Message text: The percentages entered exceed a total of 100%

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKBIX487 - The percentages entered exceed a total of 100% ?

  The SAP error message FKKBIX487 indicates that the total of the percentages entered in a particular transaction exceeds 100%. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, such as when allocating costs or revenues across multiple cost centers, profit centers, or other dimensions where percentage-based allocations are used.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Percentage Entries: The most common cause is that the user has entered percentages that, when summed, exceed 100%. For example, if you enter 60% for one cost center and 50% for another, the total is 110%, which triggers this error.
  Data Entry Errors: Mistakes during data entry, such as miscalculating or misplacing decimal points, can lead to this issue.
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, the configuration of the allocation structure may not be set up correctly, leading to unexpected behavior.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Percentage Entries: Check the percentages you have entered and ensure that they sum to 100% or less. Adjust the values accordingly.
  Recalculate Percentages: If you are allocating costs or revenues based on a specific logic, recalculate the percentages to ensure they are accurate.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to allocate percentages correctly, refer to your organization's documentation or SAP help resources for guidance on the specific transaction you are working with.
  Test with Sample Data: If you are working in a test environment, try entering sample data with known correct percentages to see if the error persists.
  Check Configuration: If the issue continues, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the configuration settings related to the transaction.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to financial postings, such as FB50 (General Ledger), F-02 (Post Document), or others where percentage allocations are applicable.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in financial postings are adequately trained on how to enter percentage allocations correctly to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FKKBIX487 error and successfully complete your transaction.