How To Fix /IBS/RB584 - Percentage weighting of scenarios does not equate to 100%

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IBS/RB -

• Message number: 584

• Message text: Percentage weighting of scenarios does not equate to 100%

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IBS/RB584 - Percentage weighting of scenarios does not equate to 100% ?

  The SAP error message /IBS/RB584 Percentage weighting of scenarios does not equate to 100% typically occurs in the context of SAP Integrated Business Solutions (IBS) or similar modules where scenario planning or forecasting is involved. This error indicates that the sum of the percentage weightings assigned to different scenarios does not total 100%. 
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Weighting: The user has assigned percentage weightings to various scenarios that do not add up to 100%. For example, if you have three scenarios with weightings of 30%, 40%, and 20%, the total is 90%, which triggers this error.
  Missing Scenarios: If scenarios are missing or not properly configured, it can lead to an incorrect total.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors can lead to incorrect percentages being inputted.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Scenario Weightings: Review the weightings assigned to each scenario. Ensure that the sum of all the percentages equals 100%. 
  
  For example, if you have three scenarios, ensure that the sum of their weightings is exactly 100%.
  
  
  
  Adjust Weightings: If the total is less than or greater than 100%, adjust the individual scenario weightings accordingly. You may need to redistribute the percentages among the scenarios to achieve the correct total.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you are using a template or a predefined set of scenarios, ensure that they are correctly configured and that no scenarios are missing.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to set the weightings, refer to the relevant SAP documentation or user guides for guidance on how to properly configure scenario weightings.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  Training: If this is a recurring issue, consider training sessions for users involved in scenario planning to ensure they understand how to properly configure weightings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your scenario weightings are correctly configured.