How To Fix RSM602 - The output position cannot be less than 0

RSM602 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 602

• Message text: The output position cannot be less than 0

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM602 - The output position cannot be less than 0 ?

  The SAP error message RSM602, "The output position cannot be less than 0," typically occurs in the context of SAP's output management, particularly when dealing with forms, print layouts, or output processing. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or data that is causing an output position to be set to a negative value, which is not permissible.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Form Configuration: The form or layout being used may have been incorrectly configured, leading to negative output positions.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may contain invalid values that result in calculations leading to negative output positions.
  Custom Code: If there are any custom developments or enhancements, they may inadvertently be setting output positions incorrectly.
  Version Compatibility: Sometimes, issues arise due to compatibility problems between different versions of SAP or between SAP and third-party tools.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Form Configuration:
  
  Review the form layout in SAPscript, Smart Forms, or Adobe Forms to ensure that all