How To Fix SE434 - Service &: work entered becomes negative

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SE - Dienstleistungen Stammdaten Leistungsposition

• Message number: 434

• Message text: Service &: work entered becomes negative

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SE434 - Service &: work entered becomes negative ?

  The SAP error message SE434 ("Service &: work entered becomes negative") typically occurs in the context of service management or project management within SAP. This error indicates that the system has detected an inconsistency where the total work or effort recorded for a service or task has become negative, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The most common cause is that a user has entered a negative value for work or service hours, which leads to a negative total.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the service or project management module that allows for negative values.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data due to previous transactions that were not properly reversed or adjusted.
  System Bugs: In rare cases, this could be due to a bug in the SAP system or a specific version of the software.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Entry: Review the entries made for the service or task in question. Ensure that no negative values have been entered for work or service hours.
  Adjust Entries: If negative values are found, correct them by entering the appropriate positive values or adjusting the entries to reflect the correct work done.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the service management or project management module to ensure that negative values are not allowed.
  Reconcile Data: If there are inconsistencies, reconcile the data by reviewing previous transactions and ensuring that all entries are accurate and properly accounted for.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW31 (Create Order), IW32 (Change Order), or others related to service management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SE434 error and implement a solution to resolve it.