How To Fix M8_2300 - Retention: amount and percentage have changed, adjusting amount

M8_2300 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 300

• Message text: Retention: amount and percentage have changed, adjusting amount

What causes this issue?

In the item, the amount and the percentage for the retention were
changed at the same time.

System Response

The system recalculates the retention amount from the item amount and
the percentage and overwrites the existing entry.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2300 - Retention: amount and percentage have changed, adjusting amount ?

  The SAP error message M8_2300 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the retention amount and the retention percentage in a financial transaction or document. This typically occurs in the context of contract management, project accounting, or invoice processing where retention amounts are calculated based on a percentage of the total amount.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The retention percentage or amount may have been entered incorrectly in the system.
  Changes in Contract Terms: If the terms of a contract or agreement have changed, the retention percentage may need to be updated, leading to a mismatch.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with how the retention settings are configured in the SAP system.
  Document Changes: If the total amount of the document has changed (e.g., due to adjustments or corrections), the retention amount may need to be recalculated based on the new total.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Data Entry: Check the retention percentage and amount entered in the document. Ensure