How To Fix RW606 - Incorrect +/- sign in value field for segment &

RW606 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RW - Interface to Accounting

• Message number: 606

• Message text: Incorrect +/- sign in value field for segment &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RW606 - Incorrect +/- sign in value field for segment & ?

  The SAP error message RW606, which states "Incorrect +/- sign in value field for segment &," typically occurs in the context of financial postings or data entry in SAP, particularly when dealing with document segments in financial accounting or controlling modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with the sign (positive or negative) of a value in a specific segment of a document.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Sign Assignment: The value being posted may have an incorrect sign. For example, a debit amount might be entered as a credit or vice versa.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that dictate how certain accounts or segments should be treated, leading to discrepancies.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to incorrect signs being assigned to values.
  Posting Logic: The logic defined for posting in the system may not align with the expected behavior for certain transactions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Document: Check the