How To Fix MRER214 - Enter either an absolute or percentage amount

MRER214 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MRER - Messages for ERSPlus

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Enter either an absolute or percentage amount

What causes this issue?

You have entered both an absolute amount and a percentage amount to
calculate the handling surcharge.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter either an absolute amount or a percentage amount to calculate the
handling surcharge.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MRER214 - Enter either an absolute or percentage amount ?

  The SAP error message MRER214 ("Enter either an absolute or percentage amount") typically occurs in the context of purchasing or invoice verification processes, particularly when dealing with conditions or pricing in a purchase order or invoice. This error indicates that the system expects a monetary value (absolute amount) or a percentage value, but neither has been provided or the input is invalid.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The user may not have entered any value in the relevant field where an absolute or percentage amount is required.
  Invalid Format: The input provided may not conform to the expected format (e.g., entering text instead of a number).
  Field Configuration: The field may be configured incorrectly in the system, leading to confusion about what is required.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a simple typographical error or oversight in the data entry process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that you have entered either an absolute amount (e.g., 100.00) or a percentage