How To Fix /PMG/GE_GEN_MPE132 - Surcharge/discount amount cannot be negative

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PMG/GE_GEN_MPE -

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Surcharge/discount amount cannot be negative

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PMG/GE_GEN_MPE132 - Surcharge/discount amount cannot be negative ?

  The SAP error message /PMG/GE_GEN_MPE132 indicating "Surcharge/discount amount cannot be negative" typically arises in the context of pricing conditions in SAP, particularly when dealing with surcharges or discounts in sales documents, purchase orders, or other financial transactions.
  Cause:
  
  
  Negative Value Entry: The most common cause of this error is that a user is attempting to enter a negative value for a surcharge or discount in a pricing condition. In SAP, surcharges are typically expected to be positive values, while discounts are also usually represented as positive values that reduce the total price.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the pricing procedure that do not allow negative values for certain condition types.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently enter a negative value due to misunderstanding the input requirements or due to a data entry mistake.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the values being entered for surcharges and discounts are correct. If you intend to apply a discount, enter it as a positive value in the appropriate field designated for discounts.
  
  
  Review Pricing Conditions: Go to the pricing conditions in the relevant document (sales order, purchase order, etc.) and verify that the condition types are set up correctly. Ensure that the condition types for surcharges and discounts are configured to accept the intended values.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the pricing procedure in the SAP system to ensure that the condition types are set up correctly. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team or a functional consultant to review the pricing procedure settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly enter surcharges and discounts in your specific context.
  
  
  User Training: If this error is occurring frequently, consider providing additional training to users on how to correctly enter pricing conditions in SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its system with notes that can provide solutions or workarounds for specific error messages.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition) to manage pricing conditions effectively.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that surcharges and discounts are applied correctly in your SAP transactions.