How To Fix 28516 - Error in dependency &1: negative value for characteristic &2

28516 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 28 - Configuration

• Message number: 516

• Message text: Error in dependency &1: negative value for characteristic &2

What causes this issue?

In a dependency, a negative value is inferred for a numeric
characteristic, although the characteristic does not allow negative
values.

System Response

Processing of the dependency terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check the code of the dependency, and whether you want to allow
negative values for the characteristic.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 28516 - Error in dependency &1: negative value for characteristic &2 ?

  The SAP error message 28516, which states "Error in dependency &1: negative value for characteristic &2," typically occurs in the context of variant configuration or when working with dependencies in SAP. This error indicates that a characteristic is being assigned a negative value, which is not allowed in the context of the configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Negative Value Assignment: The primary cause of this error is that a characteristic is being assigned a negative value, which is not valid. This can happen due to incorrect logic in the dependencies or constraints defined in the configuration profile.
  Incorrect Dependency Logic: The dependencies (e.g., constraints, rules) defined for the characteristics may have been set up incorrectly, leading to a situation where a negative value is calculated or assigned.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be data entry errors where a user inadvertently inputs a negative value for a characteristic.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Dependencies: Check the dependencies associated with the characteristic in question.