How To Fix /SAPAPO/CLPRP120 - Negative quantity for item &3 of RFQ &1 (external ID &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CLPRP -

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Negative quantity for item &3 of RFQ &1 (external ID &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CLPRP120 - Negative quantity for item &3 of RFQ &1 (external ID &2) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CLPRP120 indicates that there is a negative quantity for a specific item in a Request for Quotation (RFQ) in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when the system encounters a situation where the quantity specified for an item is less than zero, which is not permissible in the context of RFQs.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The most common cause is that a user has inadvertently entered a negative quantity for an item in the RFQ.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or errors in the data that lead to negative quantities.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the system that allow for negative quantities to be processed incorrectly.
  Business Logic Errors: Custom logic or enhancements in the system may inadvertently allow or generate negative quantities.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check RFQ Data: Review the RFQ in question (identified by &1) and specifically look at item &3. Ensure that the quantity is set to a positive value.
  Correct Data Entry: If a negative quantity is found, correct it to a valid positive quantity.
  Review Data Migration: If the RFQ was created as part of a data migration, verify the source data to ensure that it does not contain negative quantities.
  System Configuration: Consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the system is set up correctly and that there are no settings that would allow negative quantities.
  Check Custom Logic: If there are any custom enhancements or user exits that might affect RFQ processing, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the RFQ processing again to ensure that the error does not recur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME41 (Create RFQ) or ME42 (Change RFQ) to access and modify the RFQ.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to RFQs and APO to understand the expected behavior and constraints regarding item quantities.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.