How To Fix BE108 - Enter a positive quantity

BE108 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BE - General document entry

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Enter a positive quantity

What causes this issue?

You have entered a negative quantity. the document type does not allow
negative quantities.

System Response

INCLUDE NA_ALLG_NOVERARBEITUNG OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

How to fix this error?

Enter a positive quantity or create a funds reservation under a
document type that allows the entry of negative quantities.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BE108 - Enter a positive quantity ?

  The SAP error message BE108 ("Enter a positive quantity") typically occurs when a user attempts to enter a quantity in a transaction that is either zero or negative. This error is common in various SAP modules, particularly in inventory management, sales order processing, and material management.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Quantity Input: The user has entered a quantity that is either zero or negative in a field that requires a positive value.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the system may enforce that only positive quantities are allowed for specific transactions.
  Data Entry Error: A simple typographical error where the user mistakenly inputs a negative sign or zero.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the quantity entered is a positive number. If you intended to enter a specific quantity, double-check your input.
  Review Transaction Requirements: Understand the requirements of the transaction you are processing. Some transactions may inherently require a positive quantity (e.g., creating a sales order, goods movement).
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