How To Fix FINSTF_MIG103 - Document value is negative in financial document &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINSTF_MIG - Message class for trade finance migration

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Document value is negative in financial document &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINSTF_MIG103 - Document value is negative in financial document &1 ?

  The SAP error message FINSTF_MIG103 indicates that there is a negative document value in a financial document, which is not allowed in certain contexts within the SAP system. This error typically arises during the migration of financial data or when processing financial documents that should not have negative values.
  Cause:
  
  
  Negative Amounts: The primary cause of this error is the presence of negative amounts in financial documents where only positive values are expected. This can occur due to:
  
  Incorrect data entry.
  Data migration issues where negative values were not handled properly.
  Business processes that incorrectly generate negative values (e.g., returns, adjustments).
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Certain configurations in the financial module may not allow negative values for specific document types or accounts.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review the Document: Check the financial document referenced in the error message (indicated by &1). Look for any line items that have negative values and determine if they are valid.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If the negative value is due to incorrect data entry, correct the document to ensure all amounts are positive where required.
  
  
  Adjust Migration Data: If this error occurs during data migration, review the migration data for any negative values that should be adjusted. Ensure that the data being migrated adheres to the rules of the target system.
  
  
  Configuration Check: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the document types and accounts are set up correctly to handle the expected values. If necessary, consult with your SAP configuration team to adjust settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific financial document type you are working with to understand the rules regarding negative values.
  
  
  Testing: After making corrections, test the document processing again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to financial document processing (e.g., FB01 for document posting, FBL1N for vendor line items).
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to create or modify financial documents, as this can sometimes lead to errors if permissions are lacking.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.