How To Fix 29114 - Quantity must be positive for item category &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Quantity must be positive for item category &

What causes this issue?

You want to enter or change an item in the current BOM with item
category &V1&. You have entered a negative quantity.
However, entry of negative quantities is not supported in the item
category you chose.
The item category determines whether you can enter only positive
quantities, only negative quantities, or both.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries.
Enter a positive quantity or choose another item category.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29114 - Quantity must be positive for item category & ?

  The SAP error message 29114, which states "Quantity must be positive for item category &," typically occurs in the context of sales orders, purchase orders, or inventory management when the system expects a positive quantity for a specific item category, but a non-positive quantity (zero or negative) is provided.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Quantity Entry: The most common cause is that the user has entered a quantity of zero or a negative number for an item that requires a positive quantity.
  Item Category Restrictions: Certain item categories in SAP are configured to only accept positive quantities. If the item category is set up this way, any attempt to enter a non-positive quantity will trigger this error.
  Data Migration Issues: If data is being imported or migrated into SAP, there may be issues with the data that result in non-positive quantities being entered.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the item category that enforce this rule, which could be misconfigured.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Quantity Entry: Review the quantity entered for the item in question. Ensure that it is a positive number.
  Review Item Category: Check the item category associated with the line item. Ensure that it is appropriate for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Data Validation: If you are importing data, validate the data to ensure that all quantities are positive before importing.
  Consult Configuration: If you have access to configuration settings, check the settings for the item category in question to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained to enter valid quantities and understand the requirements for different item categories.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transactions, such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), or MIGO (Goods Movement).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for item category configuration and the rules governing quantity entries.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the error and ensuring that the quantity is entered correctly, you should be able to resolve the issue effectively.