How To Fix SE772 - Sum of percentages is not 100% of item value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SE - Dienstleistungen Stammdaten Leistungsposition

• Message number: 772

• Message text: Sum of percentages is not 100% of item value

What causes this issue?

You have entered the amounts to be invoiced for the partial invoicing
plan not in absolute amounts but in percentages. The sum of the
specified percentages is greater or less than 100 percent.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Correct your input so that the total is 100%.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SE772 - Sum of percentages is not 100% of item value ?

  The SAP error message SE772, which states "Sum of percentages is not 100% of item value," typically occurs in the context of pricing or allocation in sales documents, purchase orders, or other transactional data where percentages are used to distribute values.
  Cause:
  This error arises when the total of the percentage values assigned to line items does not equal 100%. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Pricing Conditions: When defining pricing conditions, if the sum of the percentage-based conditions (like discounts, surcharges, etc.) does not total 100%, the system will throw this error.
  Allocation of Costs: In cases where costs or revenues are allocated based on percentages, if the total percentage does not equal 100%, the error will occur.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Manual entry errors where the user inputs percentages that do not sum to 100%.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Percentages: Check the line items or conditions where the percentages are defined. Ensure that the sum of all percentage values equals 100%.
  
  
  Adjust Values: If you find that the percentages do not add up to 100%, adjust them accordingly. This may involve increasing or decreasing certain percentages to ensure they total 100%.
  
  
  Check for Missing Entries: Sometimes, a percentage may be missing. Ensure that all necessary conditions or line items are included and accounted for.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to adjust the percentages, refer to the relevant SAP documentation or consult with a colleague who has experience with the specific module you are working in.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making adjustments, test the changes by attempting to save or process the document again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes, such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to make changes to pricing conditions or allocations, as restrictions may prevent necessary adjustments.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP community forums for further assistance.