How To Fix 06635 - Overflow in total net weight of item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 635

• Message text: Overflow in total net weight of item

What causes this issue?

The total net weight (order quantity multiplied by the weight per order
unit) exceeds its maximum possible value (i.e. the maximum field
length).

System Response

If this is not an error message, you can continue.
In PO processing, exceeding the maximum field length has no
consequences, since the total net weight is not updated in the
database.

How to fix this error?

Check that the weight per order unit is realistic.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06635 - Overflow in total net weight of item ?

  The SAP error message "06635 Overflow in total net weight of item" typically occurs when the total net weight of an item exceeds the maximum limit that can be handled by the system. This is often related to the data type used for storing weight values in the database, which has a defined range.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Limitations: The weight field in the database may have a maximum value that is being exceeded. For example, if the weight is stored as a numeric type with a limited range, adding too many items or items with large weights can cause an overflow.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be an error in the data entry process where an unusually high weight is entered for an item.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the material master or the item in question may not be set up correctly, leading to incorrect calculations of total weight.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Weights: Review