How To Fix 1G343 - A negative amount can cause a negative over-all condition

1G343 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1G - BKK: Konditionen

• Message number: 343

• Message text: A negative amount can cause a negative over-all condition

What causes this issue?

You have entered a negative amount.
This can cause the accumulated condition to fall below zero for the
calculation.

System Response

If the result is a negative over-all condition, the account settlement
calculates this condition type using zero as the condition amount.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1G343 - A negative amount can cause a negative over-all condition ?

  The SAP error message 1G343 ("A negative amount can cause a negative overall condition") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with accounting documents, invoices, or payment processing. This error indicates that a transaction is attempting to create a negative balance or condition that is not permissible according to the business rules or configuration in the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Negative Amounts: The error is triggered when a transaction involves a negative amount that would lead to an overall negative balance in a financial account or condition.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may be configured to prevent negative balances in certain accounts or scenarios, such as customer accounts, vendor accounts, or specific financial transactions.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be an error in the data entry, such as entering a negative amount where it is not allowed.
  Business Rules: The business rules defined in the system may not allow for negative postings in