How To Fix F=142 - Negative flow from & to & ignored


F=142 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: F= -

  • Message number: 142

  • Message text: Negative flow from & to & ignored

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F=142 - Negative flow from & to & ignored ?
    The SAP error message "F=142 Negative flow from & to & ignored" typically occurs in the context of financial accounting, particularly when dealing with cash flow statements or financial transactions. This message indicates that there is a negative cash flow recorded for a specific period or transaction, which is not being processed or recognized by the system.
    
    Cause: Negative Cash Flow: The primary cause of this error is that the system has detected a negative cash flow from one account to another. This can happen if there are transactions that result in a negative balance or if the cash flow is incorrectly recorded. Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for cash flow reporting or financial transactions may not be set up to handle negative flows properly. Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors in transaction data can lead to negative flows being recorded unintentionally. Posting Period Issues: If the posting period is closed or not open for

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