How To Fix M8_2304 - BAdI system error: &1 is not &2% of &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 304

• Message text: BAdI system error: &1 is not &2% of &3

What causes this issue?

The BAdI implementation for MRM_RETENTIONS contains errors.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

The following formula is used to check whether the amount and the
percentage of the security retention match the item amount:
Retention amount = item amount * retention percentage / 100

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2304 - BAdI system error: &1 is not &2% of &3 ?

  The SAP error message M8_2304, which states "BAdI system error: &1 is not &2% of &3," typically indicates an issue related to Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) in the SAP system. This error can occur when a BAdI implementation is expected to return a certain percentage of a value, but it does not meet that requirement.
  Cause:
  
  BAdI Implementation Logic: The BAdI implementation may have logic that is not correctly calculating or returning the expected percentage of a value.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may not meet the expected criteria, leading to incorrect calculations.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that are not aligned with the expected behavior of the BAdI.
  Version Mismatch: If there are multiple versions of the BAdI or if the BAdI is not properly activated, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BAdI Implementation: Review the code in the BAdI implementation to ensure that it correctly calculates and returns the expected percentage. Look for any logical errors or incorrect calculations.
  Validate Input Data: Ensure that the data being passed to the BAdI is correct and meets the expected criteria. Check for any anomalies in the data that could affect the calculations.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the BAdI to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve reviewing customizing settings in the SAP system.
  Debugging: Use the debugging tools in SAP to step through the BAdI implementation and identify where the error occurs. This can help pinpoint the exact cause of the issue.
  Check for Notes and Updates: Look for any SAP Notes or updates related to the specific BAdI or the error message. SAP may have provided fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the BAdI to understand its expected behavior and any prerequisites that must be met.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAdI (Business Add-In): A technology that allows developers to enhance the standard functionality of SAP applications without modifying the original code.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SE18 (for BAdI definitions) and SE19 (for BAdI implementations) to manage and troubleshoot BAdIs.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after troubleshooting, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the M8_2304 error message in your SAP system.