How To Fix MM015 - The "Negative quantities allowed" indicator will be set automatically

MM015 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM - Messages for material master maintenance and Customizing

• Message number: 015

• Message text: The "Negative quantities allowed" indicator will be set automatically

What causes this issue?

You want to run the period closing program and have chosen the option
allowing negative values for the current previous period, that is, for
the period that is the previous period before period closing.

System Response

The system therefore automatically selects the option allowing negative
quantities for the current previous period too.
Note
Negative stock values can arise only if materials also exist that have
negative stocks.

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM015 - The "Negative quantities allowed" indicator will be set automatically ?

  The SAP error message MM015, which states "The 'Negative quantities allowed' indicator will be set automatically," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and material master data. This message indicates that the system is automatically setting the "Negative quantities allowed" indicator for a material because the current configuration or transaction requires it.
  
  Cause:
  
  Material Master Settings: The material in question may be configured in such a way that it allows for negative stock levels. This is often the case for materials that are managed in a way that allows for backorders or negative inventory situations.
  Transaction Type: The transaction being performed (e.g., goods issue, transfer posting) may require negative stock levels to be allowed, especially if the stock is being issued without sufficient positive stock on hand.
  Stock Type: The stock type (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection, blocked) may also influence whether negative quantities are allowed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Material Master Data: Check the material master record