How To Fix F5858 - System error: Amount field is negative

F5858 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 858

• Message text: System error: Amount field is negative

What causes this issue?

All amount fields in the FI document should have positive values and a
debit/credit indicator. One of the following amount fields is less than
zero:
Item currency amount '&v1&'
Credit limit amount '&v2&'
Secured amount '&v3&'

System Response

Negative amounts cannot be processed in Financial Accounting.

How to fix this error?

A system error has occurred.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5858 - System error: Amount field is negative ?

  The SAP error message F5858, 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 Amount Posting: The most common cause is an attempt to post a transaction with a negative amount in a field that does not accept negative values.
  
  Configuration Issues: Certain configurations in the financial module may restrict negative postings, especially in accounts that are not set up to handle them.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors where a negative sign is mistakenly included or where the amount is incorrectly calculated.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom programs or enhancements in place, they may not handle negative amounts correctly.
  Document Type Restrictions: Some document types may not allow negative amounts based on their