How To Fix M7301 - Value of the goods movement is negative: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Value of the goods movement is negative: &

What causes this issue?

The goods movement value is negative.
Possible causes for this:
A subcontracting order contains negative components (
<DS:GLOS.3526B36DAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>by-products</>). The value of
these by-products is sufficiently high that the goods receipt value
value of the material ordered is negative.
The delivery costs (such as rebate) for a purchase order are negative:
Goods value: ,, &V2&
Delivery costs: ,, &V3&

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

Total value: ,, &V1&

System Response

The system cannot post the goods movement.

How to fix this error?

In the case of a subcontracting order:
Reduce the quantity of the negative components until the goods receipt
value is positive. Then enter a subsequent adjustment for the remaining
by-products using transaction <ZH>MIGO</>.
In the case of negative delivery costs:
Stop processing the item and change the delivery costs in the purchase
order.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7301 - Value of the goods movement is negative: & ?

  The SAP error message M7301, which states "Value of the goods movement is negative: &," typically occurs during inventory management transactions, such as goods movements, when the system detects that the value of the goods being moved is negative. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to post a goods issue or a transfer posting that results in a negative value.
  Causes:
  
  Negative Stock: The most common cause is that the stock level for the material is negative, which can happen if there are issues with previous postings or if the stock was incorrectly adjusted.
  Incorrect Valuation: The valuation of the material might be set incorrectly, leading to a situation where the system calculates a negative value for the goods movement.
  Posting Errors: Errors in previous postings, such as incorrect goods receipts or issues, can lead to inconsistencies in stock values.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master or in the valuation area that lead to incorrect calculations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Stock Levels: Verify the stock levels for the material in question using transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) or MB52 (List of Warehouse Stocks on Hand). Ensure that the stock is not negative.
  Review Previous Postings: Check the document flow for the material to identify any incorrect postings that may have led to the negative value. Use transaction code MB03 to view the document.
  Adjust Stock: If you find that the stock is negative due to incorrect postings, you may need to perform a stock adjustment using transaction MB1C (Other Goods Receipts) or MB1A (Goods Withdrawal) to correct the stock levels.
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for any inconsistencies in valuation or stock type settings. Ensure that the valuation class and price control indicators are set correctly.
  Consult with Finance: If the issue is related to valuation, consult with your finance team to ensure that the valuation methods and settings are appropriate for the materials in question.
  Run Inventory Reconciliation: If necessary, run an inventory reconciliation to ensure that the stock levels and values are consistent across the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MMBE, MB52, MB03, MB1A, and MB1C.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on inventory management and goods movements to understand the underlying processes and configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.