How To Fix ICL_H245 - Net total amount (inv.) has a negative value of (&2 &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL_H - Health Insurance

• Message number: 245

• Message text: Net total amount (inv.) has a negative value of (&2 &1)

What causes this issue?

The net total amount (according to the invoice) has the negative value
of &v2& &v1&, but a negative net total amount (acc. to invoice) is not
permitted.

System Response

The system displays an error message. It displays the old, non-negative
net total amount (acc. to invoice) until the current value is no longer
negative.

How to fix this error?

Correct your entries in the invoice.
<ZH>Note</>: Keep in mind that details on the deductible at invoice
header or at invoice item level contribute a negative amount to the net
total amount.

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 ICL_H245 - Net total amount (inv.) has a negative value of (&2 &1) ?

  The SAP error message "ICL_H245 Net total amount (inv.) has a negative value of (&2 &1)" typically occurs in the context of invoice processing within the SAP system, particularly in the area of Intercompany Billing or Invoice Verification. This error indicates that the net total amount of an invoice is negative, which is not acceptable in the context of the transaction being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Negative Invoice Amount: The most common cause is that the invoice being processed has a negative total amount. This can happen if there are adjustments, returns, or credit memos that result in a negative value.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Manual entry errors during invoice creation or adjustments can lead to negative amounts.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the billing or invoicing process in SAP that allow for negative values to be generated.
  Currency Conversion Issues: If there are currency conversion issues, it might lead to incorrect calculations resulting in a negative total.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Invoice: Check the invoice details to ensure that the amounts are correct. Look for any negative line items or adjustments that may have been incorrectly entered.
  Adjust the Invoice: If the invoice is indeed supposed to be a credit or return, ensure that it is processed correctly as a credit memo rather than a standard invoice.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to invoicing and billing to ensure that negative amounts are not allowed unless specifically intended (e.g., credit memos).
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling negative invoice amounts in your version of SAP.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MIRO (Invoice Verification) or FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoices) to navigate the invoice processing.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user processing the invoice has the appropriate roles and authorizations to create or modify invoices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.