How To Fix 06648 - Requisition quantity already ordered in full (see follow-on docs.)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 648

• Message text: Requisition quantity already ordered in full (see follow-on docs.)

What causes this issue?

You wish to change the required quantity in a purchase requisition
although this required quantity has already been ordered in full.
The changed quantity in the requisition is less than the quantity
ordered.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_T160M LANGUAGE EN
If necessary, contact your Purchasing Department and have the order
quantity in the PO for this requisition changed.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06648 - Requisition quantity already ordered in full (see follow-on docs.) ?

  The SAP error message "06648 Requisition quantity already ordered in full (see follow-on docs.)" typically occurs when you attempt to create a purchase order or another follow-on document for a requisition that has already been fully ordered. This means that the quantity specified in the requisition has already been completely fulfilled by previous purchase orders or other documents.
  Cause:
  
  Full Quantity Ordered: The requisition has been fully converted into purchase orders, meaning that the total quantity requested has already been ordered.
  Multiple Follow-On Documents: There may be multiple follow-on documents (like purchase orders) that have already been created for the requisition, consuming the entire quantity.
  Incorrect Document Reference: You might be referencing the wrong requisition or trying to create a document for a requisition that has already been processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Follow-On Documents: Review the follow-on documents related to the requisition. You can do this by using transaction codes like ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition) or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to see if there are any existing purchase orders that have fully consumed the requisition quantity.
  Adjust Requisition Quantity: If you need to order more items, you may need to create a new requisition for the additional quantity required.
  Review Document Flow: Use the document flow feature in SAP to trace the history of the requisition and see how many items have been ordered and through which documents.
  Consult with Procurement Team: If you believe there is an error or if you need to adjust the requisition, consult with your procurement or purchasing team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition), ME23N (Display Purchase Order), and ME5A (List of Purchase Requisitions) to analyze the requisition and its status.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify purchase requisitions and orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and understand the status of your requisition and related documents.