How To Fix MM_PUR_SES063 - Percentage must be a positive number.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_SES -

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Percentage must be a positive number.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_SES063 - Percentage must be a positive number. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_SES063, which states "Percentage must be a positive number," typically occurs in the context of purchasing or procurement processes, particularly when dealing with conditions or pricing in purchase orders, contracts, or other related documents.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when a user attempts to enter a percentage value (for example, a discount, tax, or other condition) that is either negative, zero, or not a valid number. The system expects a positive percentage value, and any deviation from this requirement triggers the error message.
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Entering a Discount: When trying to apply a discount percentage that is zero or negative.
  Tax Calculation: If a tax percentage is incorrectly entered as zero or negative.
  Condition Records: When creating or modifying condition records in pricing, if the percentage is not valid.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MM_PUR_SES063 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the percentage you are entering is a positive number. For example, if you are entering a discount, it should be greater than zero (e.g., 5% instead of 0% or -5%).
  
  
  Review Condition Types: If you are working with condition types in pricing, verify that the condition type allows for the percentage you are trying to enter.
  
  
  Data Validation: If the value is being pulled from another source (like a master data record), ensure that the source data is correct and does not contain invalid values.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the valid range of values for a specific field, refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the purchasing module.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the document or record you are working on.
  
  
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to check if there are any configuration issues or custom validations that might be causing the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., ME21N for creating purchase orders, ME31K for creating contracts) where this error might occur.
  Training: Consider training sessions or resources on SAP MM (Materials Management) to better understand how to handle conditions and pricing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the issue causing the MM_PUR_SES063 error in SAP.