How To Fix IR056 - Characteristic does not allow a negative valuation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IR - PM: IMRC - Measurement Readings and Counters

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Characteristic does not allow a negative valuation

What causes this issue?

You have entered a negative value for the lower measurement range limit
or minimum total counter reading. However, the characteristic has been
defined in such a way that negative values are not allowed.
In the case of temperatures, the check should be carried out in the
unit of the characteristic.

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-VERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

Check your entries.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IR056 - Characteristic does not allow a negative valuation ?

  The SAP error message IR056 ("Characteristic does not allow a negative valuation") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Integrated Planning (IP) or when working with characteristics in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP ECC (Enterprise Central Component). This error indicates that a characteristic you are trying to use does not permit negative values, which can happen in various scenarios, such as planning, reporting, or data entry.
  Cause:
  
  Characteristic Configuration: The characteristic in question is configured to only accept non-negative values. This is often the case for characteristics that represent quantities, amounts, or other metrics where negative values do not make sense (e.g., stock levels, sales quantities).
  Data Entry Error: A user may have inadvertently tried to enter a negative value for a characteristic that is not designed to accept it.
  Planning Scenario: In planning scenarios, if a planning layout or data entry screen allows for negative values but the underlying characteristic does not, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Settings: Review the configuration of the characteristic in the SAP system. Ensure that it is set up correctly to reflect the business logic. If negative values are indeed valid for your business process, you may need to adjust the characteristic settings.
  Data Validation: Ensure that the data being entered or processed does not include negative values for the characteristic in question. This may involve validating input data before it is submitted.
  Adjust Planning Layout: If you are working in a planning environment, check the planning layout to ensure it aligns with the characteristics' settings. You may need to modify the layout to prevent users from entering negative values.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator to understand the specific configuration of the characteristic and any related settings that may need adjustment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on how to handle it.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to characteristics and planning, such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSPC (Process Chain Maintenance).
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct data entry practices to avoid this error in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.