How To Fix 62858 - Amount to be retransferred must be positive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 62 - Message Texts for Real Estate

• Message number: 858

• Message text: Amount to be retransferred must be positive

What causes this issue?

You want to create a refund by bank transfer with a negative amount
(debit). This is not possible.

System Response

No refund by bank transfer can be created from this balance.

How to fix this error?

To carry out a refund by bank transfer, you have to have a positive
balance of incoming payments and cleared items. You might have to
change the list of items to be cleared.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 62858 - Amount to be retransferred must be positive ?

  The SAP error message 62858, "Amount to be retransferred must be positive," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with payment processing or transfer of funds. This error indicates that the system expects a positive amount for a retransfer operation, but it has received a zero or negative value instead.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have entered a negative amount or zero when attempting to initiate a retransfer.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the payment or transfer process in the SAP system.
  Business Logic: The business rules defined in the system may not allow for negative or zero amounts in certain transactions.
  Data Corruption: There could be an issue with the data in the database that is causing the system to misinterpret the amount.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the amount being entered for the retransfer is a positive value. If you are using a program or transaction that automatically populates this value, verify that it is correctly calculated.
  Review Transaction Logic: If you are using custom programs or enhancements, review the logic to ensure that it correctly handles amounts and does not inadvertently set them to zero or negative.
  Consult Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to payment processing and transfers in the SAP system. Ensure that there are no restrictions or settings that could lead to this error.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your custom code (if applicable) to catch and manage cases where the amount is not positive before attempting the retransfer.
  Testing: If changes are made, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may be involved in the retransfer process, such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) or F-53 (Post Outgoing Payments).
  User Documentation: Review user manuals or documentation related to the financial processes in your organization to ensure compliance with business rules.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.