How To Fix V2198 - &1 must be greater than 0 but less than or equal to 100.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V2 - Kopierfunktionen der Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 198

• Message text: &1 must be greater than 0 but less than or equal to 100.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V2198 - &1 must be greater than 0 but less than or equal to 100. ?

  The SAP error message V2198 indicates that a certain value (represented by &1) must be greater than 0 but less than or equal to 100. This error typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or other modules where percentage values or quantities are being validated.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a user attempts to enter a value that does not meet the specified criteria. Common scenarios include:
  
  Invalid Percentage: A percentage value (e.g., discount, tax rate) is entered as 0 or a negative number, or exceeds 100.
  Quantity Issues: A quantity field is filled with a value that is either zero or negative.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues with the configuration of the relevant fields in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the V2198 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the value you are entering is greater than 0 and less than or equal to 100. For example, if you are entering a discount percentage, it should be between 1 and 100.
  
  
  Review Field Requirements: Verify the specific field requirements in the transaction you are working with. Make sure you understand what values are acceptable.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If you find that the value you entered is incorrect, modify it to meet the criteria. For example, if you entered 0, change it to a valid percentage like 10.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the acceptable range for a specific field, refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the transaction or module you are using.
  
  
  Check Customizations: If your organization has customized the SAP system, check with your SAP administrator or consultant to ensure that there are no custom validation rules that might be causing this error.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, try to save or process the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to sales orders, quotations, or pricing conditions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the acceptable ranges for input values in the relevant transactions to minimize the occurrence of this error.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team for further investigation.