Message type: E = Error
Message class: FMCA1 - IS-PS-CA: Messages about Contract A/R & A/P
Message number: 701
Message text: Enter a negative amount for transaction &1 / &2
After checking one of the amounts, the system has determined that these
main and sub-transactions do not have the correct +/- sign.
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The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
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FMCA1701
- Enter a negative amount for transaction &1 / &2 ?The SAP error message FMCA1701, which states "Enter a negative amount for transaction &1 / &2," typically occurs in the context of Financial Management (FM) when a user attempts to enter a transaction that requires a negative amount, but a positive amount is provided instead. This error is often related to specific financial transactions, such as budget adjustments, transfers, or corrections.
Cause: Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to perform is designed to handle negative amounts only. For example, if you are trying to reverse a budget or make a correction, the system expects a negative value. Incorrect Input: The user may have mistakenly entered a positive amount when a negative amount is required.
Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that dictate how certain transactions should be processed, leading to this error if not set up correctly.
Solution: Check Input Values: Review the amount you are entering for the transaction. Ensure
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