How To Fix NAA463 - Minimum value for scale basis (total) not reached

NAA463 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NAA - Subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 463

• Message text: Minimum value for scale basis (total) not reached

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What causes this issue?

The value entered for the scale basis is too low.
Either the business volume tolerance group &V2& for business volume
comparison type &V1& or the user settings specify that that value must
or should be more than &V3& % of the original value (&V4&).

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?

If this message is not just a warning, correct the entered value.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NAA463 - Minimum value for scale basis (total) not reached ?

  The SAP error message NAA463, which states "Minimum value for scale basis (total) not reached," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with internal orders, cost centers, or other cost objects. This error indicates that the total value of a scale basis (which is often related to cost allocation or distribution) has not met the minimum threshold required for processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Scale Basis Configuration: The error often arises due to the configuration of the scale basis in the system. If the minimum value set for a particular scale basis is not met, the system will trigger this error.
  Cost Allocation Issues: If you are trying to allocate costs or perform a distribution and the total amount to be allocated is below the defined minimum threshold, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Sometimes, incorrect or incomplete data entries can lead to this error, especially if the amounts being