How To Fix BOS01182 - Total takeoff quantity for & is getting < 0. Processing not possible.

BOS01182 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOS01 - Customer BOS Processing

• Message number: 182

• Message text: Total takeoff quantity for & is getting < 0. Processing not possible.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOS01182 - Total takeoff quantity for & is getting < 0. Processing not possible. ?

  The SAP error message BOS01182 indicates that the total takeoff quantity for a specific item is less than zero, which prevents further processing. This error typically occurs in the context of project system (PS) or construction-related modules where quantities are tracked for materials or services.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Negative Quantity Calculation: The error arises when the system attempts to calculate the total takeoff quantity for a project or order, and the result is negative. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect data entry or configuration.
  A mismatch between the planned and actual quantities.
  Adjustments or cancellations of previous entries that lead to an overall negative quantity.
  Issues with the underlying logic in the calculation of quantities, such as incorrect formulas or parameters.
  
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect records in the database that affect the calculation of quantities.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Quantity Entries: Check the entries related to the item in question. Ensure that