How To Fix LC253 - Percentages not correct for plant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LC - Logistics Controlling

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Percentages not correct for plant &

What causes this issue?

Depending upon the plant and ABC physical inventory indicator percentage
rates are entered in table T159C that are used in the ABC analysis for
cycle counting in classifying materials. For the given plant the total
of the percentage rates does not equal 100.

System Response

ABC analysis cannot be carried out for cycle-counting.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the table for the given plant in such a way that the total of
the percentage rates equals 100.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LC253 - Percentages not correct for plant & ?

  The SAP error message LC253, which states "Percentages not correct for plant &," typically occurs in the context of logistics and inventory management, particularly when dealing with the configuration of storage locations, stock types, or inventory management processes. This error indicates that the percentage distribution of stock or resources across different categories or locations does not add up to 100% or is otherwise incorrect.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Percentage Configuration: The most common cause is that the percentages defined for various stock types or categories in the configuration do not sum up to 100%.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors when setting up stock categories or distribution percentages can lead to discrepancies.
  Changes in Configuration: If changes were made to the configuration settings without properly adjusting the related percentages, this error can occur.
  Master Data Issues: Problems with master data related to plants, storage locations, or stock types can also trigger this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the relevant plant or storage location.
  Verify that the percentages for stock types or categories are correctly defined and that they sum to 100%.
  
  
  
  Adjust Percentages:
  
  If the percentages do not add up to 100%, adjust them accordingly. Ensure that all relevant categories are included in the calculation.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the plant or storage location in question. Ensure that all relevant entries are correct and consistent.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the configuration of stock percentages in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking configurations and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, MMBE for stock overview, and MB52 for stock report.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed and resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the LC253 error in your SAP system.