How To Fix 06636 - Overflow in total gross weight of item

06636 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 636

• Message text: Overflow in total gross weight of item

What causes this issue?

The total gross 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 gross 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.

06636 - Details

• The SAP error message "06636 Overflow in total gross weight of item" typically occurs when the total gross weight of an item exceeds the maximum limit that can be handled by the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the creation of a sales order, purchase order, or when processing goods movements.
  
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Weight Limits: The total gross weight of the item(s) being processed exceeds the maximum allowable weight defined in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry, such as entering an excessively high weight for an item.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not be set up to handle the weight limits appropriately for the specific business requirements.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Weights: Review the weights of the items being processed. Ensure that the weights are entered correctly and are within reasonable limits.
  Adjust Item Master Data: If the item weight is indeed correct but exceeds the limit, consider adjusting the item