How To Fix /DSD/HH254 - Negative values must be allowed for condition type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /DSD/HH -

• Message number: 254

• Message text: Negative values must be allowed for condition type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /DSD/HH254 - Negative values must be allowed for condition type &1 ?

  The SAP error message /DSD/HH254 Negative values must be allowed for condition type &1 typically occurs in the context of pricing conditions in SAP, particularly when dealing with condition types that are not configured to allow negative values. This error is often encountered in the SAP DSD (Direct Store Delivery) module or in other pricing-related transactions.
  Cause:
  The error arises when a transaction attempts to process a condition type that is expected to allow negative values (such as discounts or rebates), but the configuration for that condition type does not permit negative values. This can happen in scenarios such as:
  
  Applying a discount that results in a negative value.
  Incorrect configuration of the condition type in the pricing procedure.
  The condition type is set to only allow positive values, but the business process requires it to accept negative values.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check and modify the configuration of the condition type in question. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Identify the Condition Type: The error message will specify the condition type (represented as &1). Note this condition type for further investigation.
  
  
  Access the Condition Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Sales and Distribution -> Basic Functions -> Pricing -> Pricing Control -> Define Condition Types.
  
  
  
  Modify the Condition Type:
  
  Find the condition type that corresponds to the one mentioned in the error message.
  Check the settings for the condition type. Look for an option that specifies whether negative values are allowed.
  If the option to allow negative values is not checked, enable it.
  
  
  
  Check Pricing Procedure:
  
  Ensure that the pricing procedure that includes this condition type is correctly configured to handle negative values.
  Navigate to SPRO -> Sales and Distribution -> Basic Functions -> Pricing -> Pricing Control -> Define Pricing Procedures and review the relevant pricing procedure.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on pricing conditions and configuration.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If the standard configuration does not meet your business requirements, consider implementing user exits or BAdIs to customize the behavior of pricing conditions.
  Consult with Functional Team: If you are unsure about making changes to the configuration, consult with your SAP functional team or a consultant who specializes in SAP SD (Sales and Distribution) to ensure that the changes align with business processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and allow negative values for the specified condition type in SAP.