How To Fix /SAPAPO/FCST046 - Negative values not allowed for key figure; Value set to zero

/SAPAPO/FCST046 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/FCST -

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Negative values not allowed for key figure; Value set to zero

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/FCST046 - Negative values not allowed for key figure; Value set to zero ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/FCST046 indicates that a negative value has been encountered for a key figure in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, specifically in the context of forecasting. This error typically arises when the system attempts to process a forecast or planning data that includes negative values, which are not permissible for certain key figures (e.g., sales forecasts, demand planning).
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: Negative values may have been inadvertently entered into the system during data input or data upload processes.
  Data Integration Issues: If data is being imported from external systems or other SAP modules, there may be discrepancies or errors in the data mapping that lead to negative values.
  Calculation Errors: If the key figure is derived from calculations involving other key figures, an error in the source data or calculation logic could result in negative values.
  Business Logic: In some business scenarios, negative values may not make sense