How To Fix 5E622 - Negative concept &1 has been ignored in bracket from &2 to &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5E - Error messages for Spanish infotypes module pools

• Message number: 622

• Message text: Negative concept &1 has been ignored in bracket from &2 to &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5E622 - Negative concept &1 has been ignored in bracket from &2 to &3 ?

  The SAP error message 5E622 indicates that a negative concept has been ignored in a specific range. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when dealing with characteristics and values in classification or variant configuration.
  Cause:
  The error message 5E622 is triggered when:
  
  A negative concept (which is a characteristic that should not have a negative value) is being assigned a negative value or is being processed in a way that is not allowed.
  The system is trying to evaluate or process a characteristic that has been defined as negative, but the value provided does not meet the expected criteria.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the classification system and check the definition of the characteristic that is causing the error. Ensure that it is correctly defined as a negative concept if that is the intended use.
  
  
  
  Review Value Assignment:
  
  Verify the values assigned to the characteristic in the relevant object (e.g., material, class). Ensure that no negative values are being assigned where they are not allowed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If you are using variant configuration, check the configuration profile and ensure that the characteristics and their values are correctly set up. Make sure that the negative concept is not being incorrectly applied.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to classification and variant configuration to understand the implications of negative concepts and how they should be handled.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the negative value is being introduced. This may involve looking at the code or configuration logic that processes the characteristics.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more specific guidance based on your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to classification (e.g., CL02 for changing classes, CL03 for displaying classes).
  Training: Consider training or resources on SAP classification and variant configuration to better understand how to manage characteristics and their values.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.