How To Fix CME_DTYPE114 - Value &: negative values are not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CME_DTYPE - CME Data Type: Checks

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Value &: negative values are not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CME_DTYPE114 - Value &: negative values are not possible ?

  The SAP error message CME_DTYPE114 indicates that a negative value has been entered in a field that does not allow negative values. This error typically occurs in contexts where only positive values or zero are valid, such as in certain financial transactions, quantity fields, or other numeric inputs.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: A user may have mistakenly entered a negative value in a field that only accepts positive values.
  Data Import Issues: If data is being imported from an external source, negative values may have been included due to incorrect data formatting or extraction errors.
  Business Logic Violations: The business rules defined in the system may not allow for negative values in certain contexts, leading to this error when such values are attempted to be processed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the input data to ensure that all values are positive or zero where required. Correct any negative values before proceeding.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in