How To Fix VE214 - Percentage copied from terms of payment table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VE - Message ID for condition analysis

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Percentage copied from terms of payment table

The cash discount condition amount is not determined using condition
technology, but directly from the terms of payment table.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VE214 - Percentage copied from terms of payment table ?

  The SAP error message VE214, which states "Percentage copied from terms of payment table," typically occurs during the processing of sales documents, such as sales orders or billing documents. This error is related to the payment terms defined in the system and indicates that there is an issue with the percentage values associated with the payment terms.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Payment Terms Configuration: The payment terms defined in the system may have incorrect percentage values or may not be set up properly.
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The payment terms may not have been fully defined, or there may be missing data in the relevant configuration tables.
  Incompatibility with Document Type: The payment terms may not be compatible with the document type being processed.
  Customizations or User Exits: If there are custom developments or user exits that manipulate payment terms, they may be causing the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payment Terms Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBB8 to review the payment terms configuration.
  Ensure that the percentage values are correctly defined and that they sum up to 100% if applicable.
  
  
  
  Review Related Master Data:
  
  Check the customer master data (transaction code XD02 or VD02) to ensure that the correct payment terms are assigned to the customer.
  Verify that the payment terms are appropriate for the sales area and document type.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Data:
  
  Ensure that all required fields in the payment terms configuration are filled out correctly.
  Look for any missing entries in the relevant tables (e.g., T052 for payment terms).
  
  
  
  Test with Different Document Types:
  
  If applicable, try processing the document with different payment terms or document types to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult with Technical Team:
  
  If the issue is related to custom code or user exits, consult with your technical team to review any custom logic that may be affecting the payment terms.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBB8 - Payment Terms Configuration
  XD02 / VD02 - Change Customer Master Data
  
  
  Tables:
  
  T052 - Payment Terms
  T052U - Payment Terms Texts
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payment terms and sales document processing for further insights.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for more in-depth troubleshooting.