How To Fix /PM0/ABR_PM_ERRORS217 - The system calculated a negative share value &2 for fund &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABR_PM_ERRORS -

• Message number: 217

• Message text: The system calculated a negative share value &2 for fund &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABR_PM_ERRORS217 - The system calculated a negative share value &2 for fund &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABR_PM_ERRORS217 indicates that the system has calculated a negative share value for a specific fund. This typically occurs in the context of fund management or project management within SAP, where share values are expected to be non-negative.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be incorrect or inconsistent data entries related to the fund or project, leading to negative calculations.
  Calculation Errors: The formulas or logic used to calculate the share values may have flaws or may not account for certain conditions properly.
  Fund Allocation Issues: If funds are allocated incorrectly or if there are discrepancies in the allocation of costs or revenues, it can lead to negative share values.
  Posting Errors: Incorrect postings in the financial documents related to the fund can also result in negative values.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the fund management module that lead to incorrect calculations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Data Entries: Check the data entries related to the fund in question. Ensure that all values are correct and consistent.
  Check Calculation Logic: Review the logic or formulas used for calculating share values. Ensure that they are correctly implemented and account for all necessary conditions.
  Verify Fund Allocations: Ensure that the allocations of costs and revenues to the fund are correct. Adjust any discrepancies found.
  Correct Postings: Review the financial postings related to the fund. If any errors are found, correct them to ensure accurate calculations.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to fund management. They may need to adjust configurations to prevent negative calculations.
  Run Reports: Use SAP reports to analyze the fund's performance and identify any anomalies that could lead to negative share values.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to fund management and project management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the negative share value and implement a solution to resolve the error.