How To Fix FVD_COND_VERIFIER038 - Condition item contains a negative amount

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FVD_COND_VERIFIER - Condition Verifier

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Condition item contains a negative amount

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FVD_COND_VERIFIER038 - Condition item contains a negative amount ?

  The SAP error message FVD_COND_VERIFIER038 indicates that a condition item in a pricing procedure contains a negative amount, which is not allowed in certain contexts. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, such as billing or invoicing, where the system expects condition amounts to be positive.
  Cause:
  
  Negative Condition Amount: The most direct cause of this error is that a condition record (like discounts, surcharges, or taxes) has been defined with a negative amount.
  Incorrect Configuration: The pricing procedure may not be configured to handle negative amounts for certain condition types.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of a sales order, invoice, or other financial document, a user may have inadvertently entered a negative value for a condition item.
  Custom Logic: If there are custom enhancements or user exits in place, they might be incorrectly calculating or modifying condition amounts.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Condition Records: Check the condition records associated with the transaction. Ensure that the amounts are set correctly and that negative amounts are not being used where they are not allowed.
  Adjust Pricing Procedure: If the business process requires the use of negative amounts (e.g., for discounts), ensure that the pricing procedure is configured to allow this. You may need to adjust the condition type settings in the pricing procedure.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the values in the relevant transaction (e.g., sales order, invoice) to ensure that all condition items have valid amounts.
  Check Custom Logic: If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles condition amounts and does not inadvertently set them to negative values.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your system configuration and business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), or VK13 (Display Condition) to review and modify condition records.
  Pricing Procedure Configuration: The pricing procedure can be configured in transaction V/08. Check the condition types and their settings to ensure they align with your business requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  Testing: After making changes, perform thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the pricing behaves as expected in various scenarios.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in SAP SD (Sales and Distribution) or FI (Financial Accounting) modules for further assistance.