How To Fix /SAPPCE/DPCM1218 - Delta special retention amount must be greater than (or equal to) &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPCE/DPCM1 -

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Delta special retention amount must be greater than (or equal to) &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1218 - Delta special retention amount must be greater than (or equal to) &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1218 indicates that there is an issue with the delta special retention amount in a specific process, likely related to the SAP Convergent Charging (SAP CC) or a similar module. The message states that the delta special retention amount must be greater than or equal to a specified value (represented by &1 and &2).
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  The delta special retention amount being processed is less than the minimum required value.
  There may be a configuration issue where the retention amounts are not set correctly.
  The data being inputted into the system does not meet the validation criteria defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Verify the values being entered for the delta special retention amount. Ensure that they meet the minimum requirements specified in the error message.
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP CC or the module you are working with.
  Check the settings for retention amounts and ensure they are configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Validation: Ensure that the data being processed is valid and adheres to the business rules defined in the system. This may involve checking the source of the data and ensuring it is accurate.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module you are using. This can provide insights into the expected values and configurations.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the process to identify where the incorrect value is being set or calculated.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Community Forums: Look for discussions in SAP community forums where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Training Materials: If you are new to the module, consider reviewing training materials or documentation to better understand the retention amount configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.