How To Fix /MVA/AMVIDEMSG049 - A correction can only follow a positive answer

/MVA/AMVIDEMSG049 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /MVA/AMVIDEMSG -

• Message number: 049

• Message text: A correction can only follow a positive answer

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /MVA/AMVIDEMSG049 - A correction can only follow a positive answer ?

  The SAP error message /MVA/AMVIDEMSG049 A correction can only follow a positive answer typically occurs in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly when dealing with the Demand Management or similar planning processes. This error indicates that a correction or adjustment cannot be made unless a previous action has been positively acknowledged or confirmed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Sequence of Actions: The error often arises when a user attempts to make a correction or adjustment without first confirming a previous action that is required to be positive (e.g., confirming a forecast or demand).
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity or the state of the planning object that prevents the system from allowing corrections.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the correction, leading to the system rejecting the action.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Confirm Previous Actions: Ensure that any required previous actions have been positively confirmed.