How To Fix 06078 - Target quantity exceeded by & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Target quantity exceeded by & &

What causes this issue?

The target quantity of the <GL:contract>contract</> will be exceeded on
creation of the purchase order.

How to fix this error?

Determine whether the quantity and the contract item are correct. If
so, contact the responsible buyer.
INCLUDE NA_T160M LANGUAGE EN

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06078 - Target quantity exceeded by & & ?

  The SAP error message "06078 Target quantity exceeded by & &" typically occurs in the context of production planning or order processing. This error indicates that the quantity specified in a production order or a related document has been exceeded, which can lead to issues in inventory management, production scheduling, or financial accounting.
  Cause:
  
  Excess Quantity in Production Order: The production order may have been set up with a target quantity that is lower than the actual quantity being produced or reported.
  Incorrect Input: Users may have entered an incorrect quantity during the confirmation of production or goods movement.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the production planning settings that do not align with the actual production processes.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, the error may arise from discrepancies in batch quantities.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Production Order: Review the production order to ensure that the target quantity is correctly defined. If necessary, adjust the target quantity to match the actual production.
  Confirm Production: If the production has indeed exceeded the target, confirm the actual quantity produced in the system. This may involve updating the production order confirmation.
  Adjust Input: If the error was caused by incorrect data entry, correct the input values in the relevant transactions.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the production planning module to ensure they are set up correctly for your business processes.
  Batch Management Review: If applicable, verify that the batch quantities are correctly managed and that there are no discrepancies in batch records.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CO11N (for confirming production orders) or COHV (for mass processing of production orders) to address the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on handling production orders and confirmations.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to make changes to production orders and confirmations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.