How To Fix /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES417 - Third-party rights: Sum of shares with subcov. type &1 must not be >100%

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 417

• Message text: Third-party rights: Sum of shares with subcov. type &1 must not be >100%

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES417 - Third-party rights: Sum of shares with subcov. type &1 must not be >100% ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES417 indicates that there is an issue with the allocation of shares in a third-party rights scenario, specifically when the sum of shares for a particular sub-coverage type exceeds 100%. This typically occurs in the context of managing rights and royalties in SAP, particularly in industries like media, entertainment, or publishing.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the total percentage of shares allocated to different entities (e.g., authors, producers, etc.) for a specific sub-coverage type exceeds 100%. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: Users may have mistakenly entered share percentages that, when summed, exceed 100%.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured correctly to handle the allocation of shares.
  Multiple Entries: There may be multiple entries for the same sub-coverage type that cumulatively exceed 100%.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Share Allocations:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction or screen where the shares are defined.
  Check the entries for the specific sub-coverage type indicated in the error message.
  Ensure that the total percentage of shares does not exceed 100%. Adjust the values as necessary.
  
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  Look for any duplicate entries for the same sub-coverage type. If duplicates exist, consolidate them or remove unnecessary entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for managing third-party rights in your organization to ensure compliance with the expected configurations.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to check if there are any configuration settings that need to be adjusted in the system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the share allocations are functioning as intended.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that deal with rights management, such as those for managing contracts, rights, and royalties.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in data entry are trained on how to correctly allocate shares to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.