How To Fix G00509 - Sum of percentages is not equal to 100%


G00509 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

  • Message number: 509

  • Message text: Sum of percentages is not equal to 100%

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  • What causes this issue?

    The sum of the following percentages must equal 100%:
    Profit
    Distribution costs
    Cost of goods manufactured
    If all three values are specified, their sum must equal 100 %.
    Also take into consideration the following indicators
    Markup: Profit is a percentage of the distribution and cost of goods
    manufactured.
    Gross margin: Profit is a percentage of sales.

    System Response

    Processing terminated

    How to fix this error?

    Modify the percentage rates accordingly.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00509 - Sum of percentages is not equal to 100% ?
    The SAP error message G00509, which states "Sum of percentages is not equal to 100%," typically occurs in scenarios where percentage values are expected to total 100% but do not. This error is commonly encountered in various SAP modules, such as when defining allocation rules, creating pricing conditions, or setting up distribution keys.
    
    Cause: The error arises when the system checks the sum of percentage values entered in a specific field or configuration and finds that they do not add up to 100%. This can happen in several contexts, such as: Allocation or Distribution: When defining how costs or revenues are allocated among different cost centers or profit centers. Pricing Conditions: When setting up pricing conditions that require the total percentage to equal 100%. Sales Order or Purchase Order: When entering percentages for discounts, surcharges, or other conditions.
    Solution: To resolve the G00509 error, follow these steps: Check the Percentage Values: Review the percentage values you have entered.

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