How To Fix BQ212 - Total release is negative

BQ212 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BQ - Messages for Budgeting and Planning

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Total release is negative

What causes this issue?

The overall release for one or more funds center(s)/commitment item(s)
is negative.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

BQ212 - Details

• The SAP error message BQ212 "Total release is negative" typically occurs in the context of materials management and inventory management processes, particularly when dealing with release strategies for purchase requisitions or purchase orders. This error indicates that the total amount being released (or approved) is less than zero, which is not permissible in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Release Strategy Configuration: The release strategy may be incorrectly configured, leading to a situation where the total release amount is calculated incorrectly.
  Negative Quantity or Value: There may be a situation where the quantities or values being processed are negative due to prior adjustments, returns, or incorrect entries.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the creation or modification of purchase requisitions or orders can lead to negative totals.
  Incomplete or Incorrect Document Flow: If there are inconsistencies in the document flow (e.g., a purchase order linked to a purchase requisition), it may cause discrepancies in the total release