How To Fix /PM0/ABG_API_MESSAGE028 - Skipped rows and maximum data records must not be negative

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABG_API_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Skipped rows and maximum data records must not be negative

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABG_API_MESSAGE028 - Skipped rows and maximum data records must not be negative ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABG_API_MESSAGE028 indicates that there is an issue with the data being processed, specifically related to the parameters for skipped rows and maximum data records. This error typically arises in the context of data uploads or processing where certain limits or configurations are not set correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Negative Values: The error message suggests that either the number of skipped rows or the maximum data records is set to a negative value. This is not permissible, as these values should always be non-negative integers.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings related to data processing, such as in the data upload program or the API being used.
  Data Source Issues: The source data being processed may contain unexpected values or formats that lead to the calculation of negative values.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Parameters: Review the parameters being passed to the API or data processing function. Ensure that both the skipped rows