How To Fix /SAPPCE/PNV303 - Cumulative activatable production costs are negative

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPCE/PNV -

• Message number: 303

• Message text: Cumulative activatable production costs are negative

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPCE/PNV303 - Cumulative activatable production costs are negative ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPCE/PNV303 Cumulative activatable production costs are negative typically occurs in the context of production planning and controlling, particularly when dealing with production orders and cost accounting. This error indicates that the cumulative production costs for a specific production order or process are negative, which is not a valid state in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Costing Data: The production order may have been incorrectly set up, leading to negative costs. This can happen if there are incorrect postings or if costs have been manually adjusted in a way that results in negative values.
  Material Movements: If there are material movements (goods issues, receipts) that have not been properly accounted for, it can lead to discrepancies in the cost calculations.
  Settlement Issues: If the production order has not been settled correctly, it may show negative cumulative costs.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the cost elements or the production order itself.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Production Order: Review the production order for any inconsistencies. Look at the cost components and ensure that all postings are correct.
  Review Material Movements: Check all material movements related to the production order. Ensure that all goods issues and receipts are properly posted and accounted for.
  Recalculate Costs: Use the transaction code CK11N to re-evaluate the costs for the production order. This can help in recalculating the costs and correcting any discrepancies.
  Settlement: Ensure that the production order has been settled correctly using transaction code KO88. If it has not been settled, perform the settlement.
  Check Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for the production order and cost accounting to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may be available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO02 (Change Production Order), CO03 (Display Production Order), KOB1 (Order Information System), and CK11N (Create Material Cost Estimate).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address specific problems.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in SAP Controlling (CO) and Production Planning (PP) modules.