How To Fix F5857 - System error: Amount field is negative

F5857 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 857

• Message text: System error: Amount field is negative

What causes this issue?

An amount field, smaller than zero, was found in the program interface
to financial accounting

System Response

System error

How to fix this error?

Check whether negative amounts were transferred to the financial
accounting interface as a result of an entry from the application which
calls up the interface. You should otherwise contact your consultant or
SAP directly.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5857 - System error: Amount field is negative ?

  The SAP error message F5857, which states "System error: Amount field is negative," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or postings where a negative amount is not allowed or expected. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during invoice processing, payment processing, or when posting journal entries.
  Causes:
  
  Negative Amounts Not Allowed: The system may be configured to disallow negative amounts for certain types of transactions or accounts.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the financial document types or account settings may not permit negative values.
  Data Entry Error: A user may have inadvertently entered a negative value in a field that does not accept it.
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom enhancements or user exits in the system, they may be incorrectly handling amounts, leading to this error.
  Posting Rules: Certain posting rules or validations may be triggered that prevent negative amounts from being processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the transaction or