How To Fix BOS01183 - Total takeoff quantity for & is getting < 0.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOS01 - Customer BOS Processing

• Message number: 183

• Message text: Total takeoff quantity for & is getting < 0.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOS01183 - Total takeoff quantity for & is getting < 0. ?

  The SAP error message BOS01183 indicates that the total takeoff quantity for a specific item is less than zero. This typically occurs in the context of project management or construction-related modules, such as SAP Project System (PS) or SAP Controlling (CO), where quantities are tracked for materials or activities.
  Cause:
  
  
  Negative Quantity Calculation: The error usually arises when the system attempts to calculate the total quantity of materials or activities, and the resulting value is negative. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect data entry or adjustments in the system.
  Overlapping or conflicting entries that lead to a negative balance.
  Incorrectly configured or missing master data (e.g., material master, activity types).
  Issues with the underlying logic in the calculation of quantities, such as incorrect formulas or parameters.
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as:
  
  Missing or incorrect assignment of components to a project.
  Errors in the bill of materials (BOM) or routing.
  
  
  
  Reversals or Adjustments: If there have been recent reversals or adjustments to quantities that were not properly accounted for, this could lead to a negative total.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Data Entries: Check the entries related to the item in question. Ensure that all quantities are entered correctly and that there are no conflicting entries.
  
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the master data for the materials or activities is correctly configured. This includes checking the material master, BOM, and routing.
  
  
  Adjust Quantities: If you find that the quantities have been incorrectly entered, adjust them to ensure that the total takeoff quantity is non-negative.
  
  
  Analyze Calculation Logic: If the error persists, review the calculation logic used in the system. This may require technical assistance from an SAP consultant or developer to ensure that the formulas and parameters are set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and its context.
  
  
  Run Reports: Use relevant SAP reports to analyze the quantities and identify where the discrepancies are occurring.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as:
  
  CJ20N: Project Builder
  CJI3: Project Actual Line Items
  COVP: CO Object: Line Items (by Document)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.