How To Fix MEOUT217 - For standard distr. type, sum of distr. percentage cannot exceed 100%.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEOUT - New Business Logic for Outline Agreements

• Message number: 217

• Message text: For standard distr. type, sum of distr. percentage cannot exceed 100%.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEOUT217 - For standard distr. type, sum of distr. percentage cannot exceed 100%. ?

  The SAP error message MEOUT217 indicates that there is an issue with the distribution percentages in a standard distribution type. Specifically, it means that the sum of the distribution percentages assigned to a particular document (such as a purchase order or a purchase requisition) exceeds 100%. This is a common error when dealing with distribution keys in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to distribute costs or quantities across multiple accounts or cost centers, and the total percentage assigned to these accounts exceeds 100%.
  There may be a misconfiguration in the distribution setup, or incorrect values have been entered in the relevant fields.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MEOUT217 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Distribution Percentages:
  
  Go to the document (e.g., purchase order) that triggered the error.
  Review the distribution percentages assigned to each line item or account.
  Ensure that the total of these percentages equals 100%. If it exceeds 100%, adjust the values accordingly.
  
  
  
  Adjust Distribution Key:
  
  If you are using a distribution key, check the configuration of that key in the system.
  Make sure that the distribution percentages defined in the key are correct and do not exceed 100%.
  
  
  
  Review Related Documents:
  
  If the document is part of a larger process (like a purchase order with multiple line items), ensure that the distribution percentages across all related documents are also correct.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about how to adjust the distribution percentages, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making adjustments, try to save or process the document again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to access and modify the relevant documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the distribution percentages in the document.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MEOUT217 error and successfully process your document in SAP.