How To Fix OIJ_SP049 - Negative correction allowed only if correction adds to existing forecast

OIJ_SP049 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIJ_SP - TSW: Stock projection relevent messages

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Negative correction allowed only if correction adds to existing forecast

What causes this issue?

You entered negative values in the corrected rack forecast figure
column, but the current setting in Customizing means that rack forecast
corrections overwrite the forecast. You can only enter negative values,
when the setting in Customizing allows rack forecast corrections to be
added to the forecast.

System Response

When you save data after making changes, the system saves them all
except for corrections to forecasts.

How to fix this error?

After your changes, the corrected rack forecast figure must be greater
than zero.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIJ_SP049 - Negative correction allowed only if correction adds to existing forecast ?

  The SAP error message OIJ_SP049, which states "Negative correction allowed only if correction adds to existing forecast," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Oil and Gas (OIJ) module when users attempt to make a negative correction to a forecast that does not meet certain criteria.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when a user tries to adjust a forecast downwards (negative correction) in a way that does not align with the existing forecast data. Specifically, the system requires that any negative correction must contribute positively to the existing forecast. If the correction does not add to the forecast or if it results in a forecast that is less than the existing values, the system will trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review Existing Forecasts: Check the current forecast values to understand the context of your correction. Ensure that the negative correction you are trying to apply is valid and does