How To Fix WXPB212 - Total is locked; re-enter the values

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXPB - MAP Messages: SAP R/3 Enterprise Add-On

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Total is locked; re-enter the values

What causes this issue?

You have changed the values of all of the data cells that belong to a
locked total at the same time. This is not possible because the total
of the data cells is not guaranteed to be the same as the locked total.

System Response

The entries will be returned to their original values.

How to fix this error?

For a locked sum with n (unlocked) data cells, you can only change n-1
data cells at the same time.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXPB212 - Total is locked; re-enter the values ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WXPB212: Total is locked; re-enter the values:
  
  Error Message:
  WXPB212 - Total is locked; re-enter the values
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in SAP when you are working with payment blocks, withholding tax, or tax calculation in financial documents or payment transactions, especially in the context of payment program processing (F110) or withholding tax processing.
  The message indicates that the total amount field is locked (i.e., it is not editable) because the system expects the total to be calculated automatically based on the line items or tax codes entered. However, the user tried to manually enter or change the total amount, which is not allowed.
  In other words:
  
  The total amount field is system-controlled and cannot be manually changed.
  The user tried to input or modify the total amount directly.
  The system requires the user to enter or adjust the individual line items or tax values instead.
  The total will then be recalculated automatically by the system.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During manual entry or adjustment of withholding tax amounts in financial documents.
  When working with payment blocks or payment proposals where totals are locked.
  In tax or withholding tax calculation screens where totals are derived from detailed entries.
  In payment program (F110) or manual payment processing when trying to override system-calculated totals.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Do not manually enter or change the total amount field.
  
  Instead, enter or adjust the individual line items, tax codes, or withholding tax amounts.
  
  
  Re-enter the values in the editable fields (e.g., tax base amounts, withholding tax codes, or line item amounts). The system will then recalculate the total automatically.
  
  
  If you are working in a screen or transaction where the total is locked, check if you are in the correct mode (e.g., display mode vs. edit mode). Sometimes, the total is locked in display mode.
  
  
  If the error occurs during payment proposal or payment run, review the withholding tax or payment block settings to ensure they are correctly maintained.
  
  
  If you suspect a configuration issue, check the withholding tax setup or payment program customizing to ensure that the system is correctly calculating totals.
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This message is a safeguard to prevent inconsistencies in financial postings.
  The system enforces data integrity by locking totals that are derived from detailed entries.
  If you need to change the total amount, you must adjust the underlying components (line items, tax codes).
  In some cases, this message can appear if there is a mismatch between the withholding tax base amount and the tax amount entered.
  Refer to SAP Note or documentation related to withholding tax processing or payment program if the problem persists.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  User tried to manually change a system-locked total amount field.
  
  
  Effect
  System prevents manual entry and shows error WXPB212.
  
  
  Solution
  Re-enter or adjust individual line items or tax amounts; do not edit the total directly.
  
  
  Context
  Common in withholding tax processing, payment program (F110), or tax calculation screens.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or scenario where this error occurs, I can help with more specific guidance.