How To Fix 5L063 - Amount must be a positive value

5L063 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5L - Messages for Malaysian HRMS.

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Amount must be a positive value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5L063 - Amount must be a positive value ?

  The SAP error message 5L063: "Amount must be a positive value" typically occurs when a transaction or entry is being processed that requires a monetary amount to be greater than zero, but a negative value or zero has been entered instead. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during invoice processing, payment entries, or when posting journal entries.
  Causes:
  
  Negative or Zero Amount: The most common cause is that the user has entered a negative value or zero in a field that requires a positive amount.
  Incorrect Configuration: In some cases, the configuration of the system or the specific transaction may not allow for negative values.
  Data Entry Error: A simple typographical error during data entry can lead to this issue.
  Business Logic: Certain business processes may inherently require that amounts be positive (e.g., sales invoices, revenue postings).
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Amount: Review the amount entered in the relevant field and ensure it is a