How To Fix VF226 - Negative posting is not permitted for company &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VF - Billing

• Message number: 226

• Message text: Negative posting is not permitted for company &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VF226 - Negative posting is not permitted for company &1. ?

  The SAP error message VF226, which states "Negative posting is not permitted for company &1," typically occurs in the context of billing documents or invoice processing. This error indicates that the system is trying to create a negative posting (such as a credit memo or a reversal) for a company code that does not allow such transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Company Code Settings: The company code in question has been configured to disallow negative postings. This is often a setting in the financial accounting configuration.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type being used may not allow negative postings. Certain document types are configured to only allow positive postings.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not support negative postings, or it may be restricted based on the configuration of the billing process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the company code in transaction SPRO.
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) > Company Code > Edit Company Code Data.
  Ensure that the settings for negative postings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the document type settings in transaction OBA7 or through SPRO.
  Ensure that the document type you are using allows for negative postings if that is your intention.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction Type:
  
  If you are trying to create a credit memo or reversal, ensure you are using the correct transaction type that supports negative postings.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Consultant:
  
  If you are unsure about the settings or how to change them, consult with your SAP Basis or functional consultant. They can provide insights into the configuration and help you make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to perform the transaction has the necessary authorizations to create negative postings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to billing and invoicing processes to understand the implications of negative postings.
  Testing: After making any changes, perform testing in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VF226 error and implement a solution to resolve it.