How To Fix /SAPPCE/DPCM1065 - Percentage total &1 is greater than 100 percent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPCE/DPCM1 -

• Message number: 065

• Message text: Percentage total &1 is greater than 100 percent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1065 - Percentage total &1 is greater than 100 percent ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1065 Percentage total &1 is greater than 100 percent typically occurs in the context of SAP Project System (PS) or SAP Controlling (CO) modules, particularly when dealing with planning or budgeting scenarios. This error indicates that the total percentage allocated to a particular project or cost element exceeds 100%, which is not permissible.
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Percentage Allocation: The most common cause is that the sum of the percentage allocations for various components (like tasks, cost elements, or resources) exceeds 100%. For example, if you have multiple tasks that are each assigned a percentage of the total budget, their combined total should not exceed 100%.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to incorrect percentage values being inputted.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration settings in the system may not align with the expected input, leading to discrepancies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Percentage Allocations: Check the percentage allocations for the relevant project or cost element. Ensure that the total does not exceed 100%. You may need to adjust the percentages accordingly.
  
  
  Adjust Data Entries: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the values in the relevant fields to ensure they sum up to 100% or less.
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: Ensure that there are no duplicate entries that might be causing the total to exceed 100%.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct percentages or allocations, refer to project documentation or consult with a project manager or financial analyst.
  
  
  System Configuration: If the issue persists and you suspect it may be due to system configuration, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the system settings are correct.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items) to review and adjust project data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to project or cost element data.
  Training: If you frequently encounter this error, consider additional training on SAP PS or CO modules to better understand how to manage percentage allocations effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your percentage allocations are correctly configured within the SAP system.