M7581 - Incorrect factor &1 for proportion &2 in multiple account assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 581

• Message text: Incorrect factor &1 for proportion &2 in multiple account assignment

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

When processing previous goods receipt and invoice receipt documents for
this multiple account assignment purchase order item, the system found
that the calculated factors for the accrued proportional goods receipt
values &V1& and invoice receipt values &V2& contain errors. These
factors must not be negative or greater than 1. Processing is not
continued.

How to fix this error?

Notify your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7581 - Incorrect factor &1 for proportion &2 in multiple account assignment ?

  The SAP error message M7581, which states "Incorrect factor &1 for proportion &2 in multiple account assignment," typically occurs in the context of materials management or inventory management when dealing with multiple account assignments in a transaction. This error indicates that there is an issue with the proportion factor specified for the account assignment.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Proportion Factor: The factor specified for the account assignment does not match the expected values. For example, if you are trying to split costs among multiple accounts, the sum of the proportions must equal 100% (or 1.0 if using decimal representation).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the account assignment settings or in the way the materials are set up in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: Mistakes in data entry, such as entering a proportion that exceeds the allowable range or is not formatted correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Proportions: Review the account assignment proportions you have entered. Ensure that they add up to 100% (or 1.0) and that they are within the acceptable range.
  Review Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the account assignment configuration in the relevant modules (e.g., MM, FI). Ensure that the settings are correct and align with your organization's accounting practices.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the values in the transaction and try again.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on account assignment and proportions.
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in various transactions, such as creating or changing purchase orders, goods receipts, or invoices.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this specific error.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to perform the transaction involving multiple account assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the M7581 error in SAP.