How To Fix LOP143 - Only positive values are allowed for field &1. Business key &2

LOP143 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LOP - Logistical contract options

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Only positive values are allowed for field &1. Business key &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LOP143 - Only positive values are allowed for field &1. Business key &2 ?

  The SAP error message LOP143, which states "Only positive values are allowed for field &1. Business key &2," typically occurs in the context of logistics or inventory management within the SAP system. This error indicates that a field that is expected to contain a positive value (such as quantity, amount, or similar) has been provided with a zero or negative value, which is not acceptable for the operation being performed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Negative or Zero Values: The most common cause of this error is that a user is trying to enter a negative or zero value in a field that only accepts positive values. This could happen during transactions like goods movements, inventory adjustments, or order processing.
  Data Entry Errors: Mistakes during data entry, such as typographical errors or incorrect calculations, can lead to this issue.
  
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, the configuration of the system or the specific business process may not allow for