How To Fix GMMASTERDATA189 - Cost sharing rate on &1 and &2 is &3 but must not exceed 100%

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GMMASTERDATA - Grant master data maintenance messages only

• Message number: 189

• Message text: Cost sharing rate on &1 and &2 is &3 but must not exceed 100%

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GMMASTERDATA189 - Cost sharing rate on &1 and &2 is &3 but must not exceed 100% ?

  The SAP error message GMMASTERDATA189 indicates that there is an issue with the cost-sharing rate defined for a specific cost object (like a project or internal order) in the context of Grant Management (GM). The message states that the cost-sharing rate on the specified objects (represented by &1 and &2) is set to a value (&3) that exceeds the allowable limit of 100%.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The cost-sharing rate may have been incorrectly configured in the system, leading to a value greater than 100%.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake during data entry, where the cost-sharing rate was inadvertently set too high.
  System Logic: The logic in the system may be incorrectly calculating the cost-sharing rate based on the inputs provided.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Cost Sharing Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for cost sharing in the SAP system.
  Check the settings for the specific cost objects (e.g., projects, internal orders) referenced in the error message.
  Ensure that the cost-sharing rates are set correctly and do not exceed 100%.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to incorrect data entry, locate the relevant cost object and adjust the cost-sharing rate to a valid percentage (0% to 100%).
  Ensure that all relevant stakeholders are aware of the correct rates to prevent future errors.
  
  
  
  Check Related Documents:
  
  Review any related documents or transactions that may have influenced the cost-sharing rate.
  Ensure that all related entries are consistent and do not lead to an inflated cost-sharing rate.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing cost-sharing rates in Grant Management.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to the production system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items) to review and adjust project-related settings.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to cost-sharing rates and related configurations.
  Documentation: Keep documentation of any changes made for future reference and compliance purposes.
  
  By addressing the cause of the error and implementing the appropriate solutions, you should be able to resolve the GMMASTERDATA189 error and ensure that the cost-sharing rates are correctly configured within the SAP system.