How To Fix RE511 - Total exceeded by &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RE - Earmarked funds

• Message number: 511

• Message text: Total exceeded by &1 &2

What causes this issue?

You have enterd an amount in the payment plan which exceeds the amount
specified from the commitment budget.

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?

Change either the amount in the payment plan for the document or the
amount in the commitment budget.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RE511 - Total exceeded by &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message RE511 "Total exceeded by &1 &2" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Real Estate Management (RE) module. This error indicates that the total amount for a specific transaction or calculation has exceeded a predefined limit or threshold.
  Cause:
  
  Threshold Exceeded: The error usually arises when the total amount of a transaction (like rent, service charges, etc.) exceeds the limits set in the system configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect settings in the configuration of the Real Estate Management module, such as limits on amounts for specific types of transactions.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry or calculations that lead to totals exceeding expected values can also trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the Real Estate Management module to ensure that the limits for transactions are set correctly.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area (e.g., customizing settings for rental agreements, service charges, etc.) and adjust the limits if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Check the specific transaction that triggered the error. Look for any data entry mistakes or incorrect calculations that may have led to the total exceeding the limit.
  Ensure that all amounts are entered correctly and that there are no duplicate entries or erroneous values.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific limits and how to adjust them if needed.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking configurations and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide insights specific to your system configuration and help troubleshoot the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP RE, such as RECN (Contract Management) or REIS (Investment Management), which may help in navigating to the relevant areas for troubleshooting.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to configuration settings or to process transactions in the RE module.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the RE511 error message, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RE511 error and implement a solution to resolve it.