How To Fix SE428 - Service &: unplanned released quantity becomes negative

SE428 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SE - Dienstleistungen Stammdaten Leistungsposition

• Message number: 428

• Message text: Service &: unplanned released quantity becomes negative

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SE428 - Service &: unplanned released quantity becomes negative ?

  The SAP error message SE428 ("Service &: unplanned released quantity becomes negative") typically occurs in the context of service management or project management within SAP, particularly when dealing with service orders or project orders. This error indicates that the system is trying to process a transaction that would result in a negative quantity for an unplanned release of a service, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Negative Quantity Entry: The most common cause is that the system is attempting to release a quantity of service that exceeds the available or planned quantity.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the service order or project, such as incorrect settings for planned versus unplanned quantities.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to situations where the released quantity is incorrectly calculated or entered.
  Integration Issues: If the service order is integrated with other modules (like MM or SD), discrepancies in data can lead