How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN223 - SSP of POB &1 is &2. This value must not be negative

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 223

• Message text: SSP of POB &1 is &2. This value must not be negative

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN223 - SSP of POB &1 is &2. This value must not be negative ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN223 typically indicates that there is an issue with a value related to a Purchase Order (POB) that is being processed in the system. The message states that a certain value (represented by &2) for the specified Purchase Order (represented by &1) is negative, which is not allowed in the context of the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  
  Negative Value: The most direct cause of this error is that a field that is expected to contain a non-negative value (such as a quantity, amount, or balance) has been assigned a negative value.
  Data Entry Error: This could be due to incorrect data entry during the creation or modification of the Purchase Order or related documents.
  Calculation Error: If the value is derived from calculations (e.g., discounts, adjustments), there may be an error in the logic that leads to a negative result.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the relevant modules in SAP that are leading to incorrect value assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Purchase Order: Review the Purchase Order (POB) referenced in the error message. Look for any fields that should not be negative and correct them.
  Data Validation: Ensure that all data entries related to the Purchase Order are valid and do not result in negative values.
  Review Calculations: If the value is calculated, check the logic and formulas used to ensure they are correct and do not produce negative results.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the fields involved and their expected values.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you may want to trace the execution to see where the negative value is being introduced.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to investigate the Purchase Order details.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented in your SAP system, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the processing of Purchase Orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN223.