How To Fix ICC_BTR006 - Negative amount in trans. &1 for CoCd &2; database cannot be updated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICC_BTR - Treasury Localization for Brazil

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Negative amount in trans. &1 for CoCd &2; database cannot be updated

What causes this issue?

The sale transaction resulted in a tax amount that is larger than the
remaining position amount. Thus, the calculated total position amount is
negative.

System Response

The system cannot update the table IDCFMBRSETX_HST with the result.

How to fix this error?

Either the amount in the sale transaction or the previous position
amounts are incorrect. Adjust the sale transaction or post the tax
manually.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICC_BTR006 - Negative amount in trans. &1 for CoCd &2; database cannot be updated ?

  The SAP error message ICC_BTR006 indicates that there is a negative amount in a transaction for a specific company code (CoCd) that cannot be processed, leading to a failure in updating the database. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of accounting or controlling.
  Cause:
  
  Negative Amounts: The primary cause of this error is the presence of a negative amount in a transaction that is not allowed for the specific configuration of the company code. This could happen due to incorrect data entry, such as entering a negative value where only positive values are expected.
  Configuration Issues: The company code may have specific settings that do not permit negative amounts for certain types of transactions.
  Posting Rules: The posting rules defined in the system may not allow for negative postings in certain accounts or transaction types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Transaction Data: Check the transaction that triggered the error. Look for any negative amounts that may have been entered incorrectly. Correct any erroneous entries.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the company code in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings allow for negative amounts if they are necessary for your business processes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines to understand the rules regarding negative postings for your specific scenario.
  Use Correct Accounts: Ensure that the accounts being used in the transaction are appropriate for the type of posting being made. Some accounts may not allow negative postings.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check transaction codes related to financial postings, such as FB01 (Post Document), FB50 (G/L Account Document), or others relevant to your specific transaction.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to the error message ICC_BTR006 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If your organization has custom developments, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the posting logic.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.