How To Fix PMRP_FLEXCON030 - Only use positive quantities

PMRP_FLEXCON030 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PMRP_FLEXCON -

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Only use positive quantities

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PMRP_FLEXCON030 - Only use positive quantities ?

  The SAP error message PMRP_FLEXCON030: Only use positive quantities typically occurs in the context of materials management or production planning when a transaction or operation is attempted with a negative quantity. This error is often seen in scenarios involving inventory management, production orders, or material requirements planning (MRP).
  
  Cause:
  
  Negative Quantity Input: The most common cause is that a user is trying to enter a negative quantity for a material movement, production order, or similar transaction where only positive quantities are allowed.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict certain operations to only allow positive quantities.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently enter a negative value due to a typo or misunderstanding of the input requirements.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the transaction or input screen where the error occurred. Ensure that all quantities entered are positive. If a negative quantity was intended (e.g., for returns), use the appropriate transaction designed