How To Fix GLE_ECS_MSG_S020 - First-level check: Amount is zero; item &1 is ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_ECS_MSG_S - Predefined Messages in Error Correction System

• Message number: 020

• Message text: First-level check: Amount is zero; item &1 is ignored

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_ECS_MSG_S020 - First-level check: Amount is zero; item &1 is ignored ?

  The SAP error message GLE_ECS_MSG_S020 indicates that during a financial transaction or posting, the system has encountered an item with a zero amount. This message is part of the error handling in the SAP system, particularly in the context of the General Ledger (GL) or Financial Accounting (FI) modules.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A line item in a financial document has a zero amount, which is not valid for processing.
  The system is set to ignore items with zero amounts, leading to the message being triggered.
  This can happen due to data entry errors, incorrect calculations, or system configurations that allow zero amounts to be entered.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Document: Check the financial document that triggered the error. Look for line items with a zero amount.
  
  
  Correct the Amount: If the zero amount is incorrect, update the line item with the correct amount. Ensure that all line items in the document have valid, non-zero amounts.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If this error occurs frequently, review the configuration settings in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings for handling zero amounts are appropriate for your business processes.
  
  
  Data Entry Validation: Implement validation checks during data entry to prevent users from entering zero amounts in financial documents.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more details on handling financial postings and error messages.
  
  
  Testing: After making corrections, test the transaction again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error in various transaction codes related to financial postings, such as FB50 (G/L Account Document Entry), FB60 (Vendor Invoice), or FB70 (Customer Invoice).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Provide training to users on how to properly enter financial data to minimize the occurrence of zero amounts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your financial postings are processed correctly.