How To Fix 06637 - Overflow in total volume of item

06637 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 637

• Message text: Overflow in total volume of item

What causes this issue?

The total volume (order quantity multiplied by the volume 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 because the total volume is not updated in the database.

How to fix this error?

Check that the volume 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.

06637 - Details

• The SAP error message "06637 Overflow in total volume of item" typically occurs in the context of logistics and inventory management when the total volume of an item exceeds the maximum allowable limit defined in the system. This can happen during various processes, such as goods movements, deliveries, or when creating sales orders.
  
  Cause:
  
  Volume Limit Exceeded: The total volume of the item being processed exceeds the maximum volume that can be handled by the system or defined in the material master.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for volume in the material master or the relevant document may not be set correctly.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation of the document (e.g., sales order, delivery) can lead to an overflow situation.
  Unit of Measure Issues: There may be discrepancies in the unit of measure settings, leading to incorrect volume calculations.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the item in