How To Fix PSSC_GROSS237 - Sum of amounts is negative between &1 and &2

PSSC_GROSS237 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSSC_GROSS - Gross Entitlement and Payment

• Message number: 237

• Message text: Sum of amounts is negative between &1 and &2

What causes this issue?

During the entitlement calculation, calculation of the gross reduction
amount produces a negative gross entitlement amount. Negative gross
entitlement amounts are not allowed.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the associated rule-based reduction or change the reduction amount
you entered manually for the period between &V1& and &V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

PSSC_GROSS237 - Details

• The SAP error message PSSC_GROSS237, which states "Sum of amounts is negative between &1 and &2," typically occurs in the context of financial postings or calculations where the system detects that the total of certain amounts (e.g., revenues, expenses, or other financial figures) is negative when it should not be.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry can lead to negative sums. For example, if a credit amount is mistakenly entered as a debit, it can cause the total to be negative.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the financial settings or account determination can lead to unexpected results in calculations.
  Posting Errors: If there are errors in previous postings or adjustments, it can affect the current calculations.
  Currency Conversion Issues: If there are multiple currencies involved, conversion rates or incorrect currency settings can lead to discrepancies in amounts.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Data Entries: Check the entries between the specified amounts (&1 and &2) to ensure that all data