How To Fix FT137 - Enter less than 100%

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FT - FI Table Maintenance Error Messages

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Enter less than 100%

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FT137 - Enter less than 100% ?

  The SAP error message FT137 "Enter less than 100%" typically occurs in the context of entering percentages in fields where the total must not exceed 100%. This error is often encountered in scenarios such as:
  
  Allocation of Costs: When distributing costs across different cost centers or internal orders.
  Sales Order or Quotation: When entering percentages for discounts, allocations, or other percentage-based fields.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when the user attempts to enter a total percentage that equals or exceeds 100%. For example, if you are trying to allocate costs or discounts and the sum of the percentages entered exceeds 100%, SAP will trigger this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve the FT137 error, you should:
  
  Check the Percentages: Review the percentages you have entered in the relevant fields. Ensure that the total does not exceed 100%.
  Adjust Entries: If the total is over 100%, adjust the individual percentages so that their sum is less than 100%. This may involve reducing some percentages or redistributing them among the relevant entries.
  Validation: After making adjustments, validate the entries again to ensure compliance with the 100% rule.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Context: Understand the context in which you are entering the percentages. Different transactions may have specific rules regarding percentage allocations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working in (e.g., FI, CO, SD) for more detailed guidance on percentage entries.
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing training for users on how to properly allocate percentages in SAP to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after checking the entries, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.