How To Fix J3RM_RN047 - RNPT item &1: Quantity with wrong sign, please check

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3RM_RN - Message class for RN documents processing

• Message number: 047

• Message text: RNPT item &1: Quantity with wrong sign, please check

What causes this issue?

You are trying to save an item with wrong sign: negative quantity item
for an incoming document or positive quantity item for a write-off
document.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please check your data.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3RM_RN047 - RNPT item &1: Quantity with wrong sign, please check ?

  The SAP error message J3RM_RN047 indicates that there is an issue with the quantity of a specific item (denoted by &1) in a document related to the Russian localization (as suggested by the prefix "J3RM"). The error specifically states that the quantity has the wrong sign, which means that the system has detected a negative quantity where it expects a positive one, or vice versa.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Quantity Entry: The most common cause is that the user has entered a quantity with an incorrect sign (e.g., entering a negative quantity when only positive quantities are allowed).
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been errors in how quantities were transferred, leading to incorrect signs.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that dictate how quantities should be handled, and these may not align with the current transaction.
  Business Logic: Certain business processes may require that quantities be strictly positive or negative, and the current transaction may not comply with these rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Quantity Entry: Review the document or transaction where the error occurred. Ensure that the quantity for the item in question is entered correctly with the appropriate sign (positive or negative).
  Review Document Flow: If the quantity is derived from another document (like a purchase order or sales order), check the source document to ensure that the quantities are correct there as well.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for handling quantities are correct.
  Data Validation: If this error arises from a data migration, validate the data to ensure that all quantities are correctly signed and make necessary corrections.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the transaction again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be working in various transaction codes such as MIGO (Goods Movement), MIRO (Invoice Verification), or others related to inventory and logistics.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  User Documentation: Refer to user manuals or training materials specific to your organization’s SAP implementation for guidance on entering quantities correctly.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP directly for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message J3RM_RN047.