How To Fix 06638 - Overflow in total number of points for item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 638

• Message text: Overflow in total number of points for item

What causes this issue?

The total number of points (order quantity multiplied by the number of
points 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 number of points is not updated in the
database.

How to fix this error?

Check that the number of points 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 06638 - Overflow in total number of points for item ?

  The SAP error message "06638 Overflow in total number of points for item" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Sales and Distribution (SD) module, particularly when dealing with pricing conditions or rebate agreements. This error indicates that the total number of points assigned to an item has exceeded the maximum limit allowed by the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Exceeding Limits: The error is usually caused by the total number of points assigned to a particular item exceeding the predefined limit set in the system. This can happen if:
  
  There are too many condition records for a single item.
  The cumulative points from various conditions (like discounts, rebates, etc.) exceed the maximum allowed.
  
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration settings for pricing or rebate agreements may not be set correctly, leading to unexpected behavior.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation of sales orders, pricing conditions, or rebate agreements can also lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Condition Records: