How To Fix RQ144 - Enter sign (+ or -) and days or leave both fields blank

RQ144 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RQ - Messages for Cash Management and Forecast

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Enter sign (+ or -) and days or leave both fields blank

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RQ144 - Enter sign (+ or -) and days or leave both fields blank ?

  The SAP error message RQ144, which states "Enter sign (+ or -) and days or leave both fields blank," typically occurs in the context of managing time-related data, such as leave requests or time evaluation. This error indicates that the system expects a specific input format for the fields related to time or leave days.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when the user is trying to enter a value in a field that requires a sign (either "+" for addition or "-" for subtraction) and a numeric value representing the number of days. If the user does not provide both the sign and the number of days, or if both fields are filled incorrectly, the system will trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that you are entering a sign (+ or -) in the appropriate field. 
  
  Use "+" if you are adding days (e.g., for leave requests).
  Use "-"