How To Fix K8048 - Negative equivalency numbers are not allowed

K8048 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K8 - CO Planning: Messages for Function Group KAPP

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Negative equivalency numbers are not allowed

What causes this issue?

You entered the negative equivalence number &V1&. However, only
positive values are valid for equivalence numbers.

System Response

The given value is rejected.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K8048 - Negative equivalency numbers are not allowed ?

  The SAP error message K8048, which states "Negative equivalency numbers are not allowed," typically occurs in the context of cost accounting or internal order management when dealing with equivalency numbers in SAP. This error indicates that a negative value has been entered where only positive values are permitted.
  
  Cause:
  
  Negative Value Entry: The most common cause of this error is the entry of a negative equivalency number in a transaction or during the configuration of cost elements or internal orders.
  Incorrect Configuration: It may also arise from incorrect settings in the configuration of equivalency numbers or cost elements.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, negative values may have been inadvertently included.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the transaction or entry where the error occurred. Ensure that all equivalency numbers are positive. If a negative value was entered by mistake, correct it to a positive value.
  Review Configuration: If the error persists, check