How To Fix FCO_COST_RATE009 - 'per' cannot be negative

FCO_COST_RATE009 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCO_COST_RATE - Cost Rate Message Class

• Message number: 009

• Message text: 'per' cannot be negative

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_COST_RATE009 - 'per' cannot be negative ?

  The SAP error message FCO_COST_RATE009, which states "'per' cannot be negative," typically occurs in the context of cost rate calculations or when entering data related to cost centers, internal orders, or other financial transactions. This error indicates that a value that is expected to be non-negative (such as a cost rate, quantity, or period) has been entered as a negative number, which is not permissible in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Negative Input: A user may have inadvertently entered a negative value in a field that requires a non-negative number.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or errors in the data that lead to negative values being introduced.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration in the cost rate settings or related master data could lead to this error.
  Calculation Errors: If the system is performing calculations based on user inputs or master data, it may result in a negative value