How To Fix ME547 - Choose percentage distribution of multiple account assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 547

• Message text: Choose percentage distribution of multiple account assignment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME547 - Choose percentage distribution of multiple account assignment ?

  The SAP error message ME547, which states "Choose percentage distribution of multiple account assignment," typically occurs in the context of purchase orders or other procurement documents when there are multiple account assignments involved. This error indicates that the system requires a percentage distribution for the account assignments, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A purchase order or purchase requisition is created with multiple account assignments (e.g., different cost centers, internal orders, or projects).
  The system expects a percentage distribution for these account assignments, but the user has not specified how the total amount should be divided among them.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ME547 error, you need to provide a percentage distribution for the account assignments. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Open the Purchase Order or Purchase Requisition: Navigate to the document that is causing the error.
  
  
  Access the Account Assignment Tab: Go to the account assignment section of the document.
  
  
  Enter Percentage Distribution:
  
  If you have multiple account assignments, you need to specify how the total amount should be distributed among them.
  Enter the percentage for each account assignment. The total of these percentages should equal 100%.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors: After entering the percentages, check for any other errors or warnings that may appear.
  
  
  Save the Document: Once the percentages are correctly entered and there are no errors, save the document.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Account Assignment Categories: Understand the different account assignment categories (e.g., cost center, internal order, project) and how they affect the distribution.
  Configuration Settings: In some cases, the configuration settings in SAP may need to be reviewed to ensure that the system is set up correctly for handling multiple account assignments.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to handle multiple account assignments and the importance of providing percentage distributions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.