How To Fix 5F151 - Section &1 amounts total is negative for SIRET &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5F - HR F: Error Messages (France)

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Section &1 amounts total is negative for SIRET &2

What causes this issue?

The total of the tax amounts of the &V1& section is negative for the
SIRET &V2&.

System Response

The system displays a warning message and brings back to zero all of the
negative amounts of the section.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5F151 - Section &1 amounts total is negative for SIRET &2 ?

  The SAP error message 5F151, which states "Section &1 amounts total is negative for SIRET &2," typically occurs in the context of financial reporting or tax-related processes in SAP, particularly when dealing with the French tax system. This error indicates that the total amounts for a specific section (denoted by &1) are negative for a given SIRET number (denoted by &2), which is a unique identifier for businesses in France.
  Cause:
  
  Negative Totals: The most direct cause of this error is that the sum of the amounts in the specified section is negative. This could happen due to incorrect data entry, such as entering negative values where they should not be, or due to incorrect calculations in the financial data.
  Data Entry Errors: Mistakes in entering financial data, such as invoices, payments, or adjustments, can lead to negative totals.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the financial reporting or tax calculation settings in SAP that lead to incorrect totals being calculated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Data Entries: Check the entries in the specified section (Section &1) for the SIRET number (SIRET &2). Look for any negative values or incorrect entries that could lead to a negative total.
  Adjust Entries: If you find any erroneous entries, correct them to ensure that the total amounts are positive as required.
  Recalculate Totals: After making corrections, recalculate the totals to ensure that they reflect the correct values.
  Check Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to financial reporting and tax calculations in SAP. Ensure that they are set up correctly according to the requirements of the French tax system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error message, as it may provide additional insights or steps tailored to your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SIRET Number: The SIRET (Système d'Identification du Répertoire des Établissements) is a unique identifier for businesses in France, consisting of 14 digits. It is essential for tax reporting and compliance.
  Financial Reporting: This error is often encountered during the preparation of financial statements or tax returns, particularly in the context of VAT or other tax obligations.
  SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a financial expert familiar with SAP and French tax regulations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.