How To Fix RESCMS008 - Sum of percentages for measurement type &1 is &2%

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RESCMS - Error When Determining Reference Factor

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Sum of percentages for measurement type &1 is &2%

What causes this issue?

The entries for measurement type &v1& in the objects are incomplete or
contain errors. The sum of all measurement amounts has to equal 100
percent.

System Response

Settlement is not carried out.

How to fix this error?

Check the entries for these objects for measurement type &v1&. Correct
the entries and start the settlement again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RESCMS008 - Sum of percentages for measurement type &1 is &2% ?

  The SAP error message RESCMS008 indicates that the sum of percentages for a specific measurement type exceeds 100%. This typically occurs in the context of resource management or project management within SAP, where various measurement types (like costs, resources, or time) are allocated in percentages.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the total percentage allocated to a measurement type (denoted by &1) exceeds 100% (denoted by &2). This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: Users may have entered percentages that, when summed, exceed 100%.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of measurement types or resource allocations.
  Multiple Entries: If multiple entries are made for the same measurement type, the system may not correctly aggregate them, leading to an overage.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RESCMS008 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Entries: Check the entries for the measurement type specified in the error message. Ensure that the sum of the percentages does not exceed 100%.
  
  
  Adjust Percentages: If you find that the total exceeds 100%, adjust the individual percentages so that their sum equals 100%.
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: Ensure that there are no duplicate entries for the same measurement type that could be causing the total to exceed 100%.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the measurement types are set up correctly and that there are no underlying configuration issues.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them in production to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder), CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items), or others related to project management and resource allocation.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on measurement types and resource management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.