How To Fix FVD_NEGATIVE_POSTING006 - Negative posting switch is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FVD_NEGATIVE_POSTING - CML: Negative Postings related messages

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Negative posting switch is not active

What causes this issue?

You have not activated the switch for the business function <ZK>CML,
Payment Application Hierarchy and Negative Postings (EAFS_CML_PAH_NP)
</>.

System Response

The system cannot execute the method of the switch and issues an error
message.

How to fix this error?

Go to transaction <ZK>SFW1</>, enter switch name <ZK>CML_FVVD_SFWS_NP_SC
</>, and check the global status of the switch on the <ZK>Properties
</>tab page.
Alternatively, you can go to transaction <NP>SFW5 </>and activate the
business function directly.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FVD_NEGATIVE_POSTING006 - Negative posting switch is not active ?

  The SAP error message FVD_NEGATIVE_POSTING006 indicates that the negative posting switch is not active in the system. This error typically occurs when you attempt to post a transaction that involves a negative amount, but the system is configured to disallow such postings.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the configuration settings in the SAP system do not allow for negative postings. This can happen in various modules, such as Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO), where certain transactions may require the ability to post negative amounts (e.g., credit memos, returns).
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate the negative posting switch in the relevant configuration settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  
  SPRO ? SAP Reference IMG ? Financial Accounting ? General Settings ? Document ? Negative Posting.
  
  
  
  
  
  Activate Negative Posting:
  
  Look for the option related to negative postings.
  Ensure that the negative posting switch is activated for the relevant company code or account type.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting the posting has the necessary authorizations to perform negative postings.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on negative postings and their implications in financial transactions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB01 (Post Document) or FB50 (G/L Account Document) to test postings.
  Consulting with SAP Basis or Functional Team: If you are unsure about making configuration changes, it is advisable to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to ensure that changes align with your organization's policies and practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and allow for negative postings in your SAP system.