How To Fix FIUA_FSTMNT001 - &3: Amount of node &1 must be negative. Current amount is &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIUA_FSTMNT - Financial Statetment Russia S/4HANA

• Message number: 001

• Message text: &3: Amount of node &1 must be negative. Current amount is &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIUA_FSTMNT001 - &3: Amount of node &1 must be negative. Current amount is &2 ?

  The SAP error message FIUA_FSTMNT001 indicates that there is an issue with the amount specified in a financial statement or transaction. Specifically, the error states that the amount for a certain node (identified by &1) must be negative, but the current amount provided is positive (indicated by &2).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Amount Sign: The most common cause of this error is that the system expects a negative amount for a specific financial transaction or node, but a positive amount has been entered instead.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the financial module that dictate certain transactions must be recorded as negative amounts (e.g., refunds, reversals).
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have mistakenly entered the amount incorrectly, leading to a mismatch with the expected sign.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Amount: Review the transaction or financial statement where the error occurred. Ensure that the amount for the specified node is indeed supposed to be negative. If it should be negative, correct the entry.
  Review Configuration: If you believe the amount should not be negative, check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to the financial statement or transaction type. Consult with your SAP FI (Financial Accounting) consultant to ensure that the settings align with your business processes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction or report you are working with to understand the requirements for the amounts.
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing additional training for users on how to enter financial data correctly, especially regarding the signs of amounts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where the error occurs, you may want to look into specific transaction codes related to financial statements, such as FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), or others.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP releases updates that address specific error messages or behaviors.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the program execution to see where the error is being triggered, which may provide additional insights into the root cause.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.