How To Fix EI558 - Financial document values are negative

EI558 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EI - Foreign Trade: Gen. Output

• Message number: 558

• Message text: Financial document values are negative

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI558 - Financial document values are negative ?

  The SAP error message EI558, which states "Financial document values are negative," typically occurs when there are inconsistencies in the financial document entries, particularly when the system detects that the total values of a financial document (such as invoices, credit memos, or journal entries) are negative when they should not be.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: Negative values may have been entered incorrectly during the posting of financial documents.
  Reversals: A reversal of a document may have been processed incorrectly, leading to negative values.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the financial document types or account settings that allow for negative postings.
  Currency Conversion Issues: If there are currency conversions involved, discrepancies may arise that lead to negative values.
  Posting Logic Errors: Custom logic or user exits that manipulate financial postings may inadvertently create negative values.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Document Entries: Check the financial document for any incorrect entries. Ensure that all amounts are entered correctly