How To Fix 06835 - Quantity in item & differs from total quantity of sub-items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 835

• Message text: Quantity in item & differs from total quantity of sub-items

What causes this issue?

Item &V1& has a quantity of &V2&. Taken together, the associated
sub-items of category &V4& have a total quantity of only &V3&.

System Response

There is no provision for variances between the quantity of the main
item and the total quantity of the sub-items for sub-item category
&V4&.

How to fix this error?

Check the entered items.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06835 - Quantity in item & differs from total quantity of sub-items ?

  The SAP error message 06835, "Quantity in item & differs from total quantity of sub-items," typically occurs in the context of materials management and inventory management processes. This error indicates a discrepancy between the quantity specified in a main item and the total quantity of its sub-items (or components) in a bill of materials (BOM) or a similar structure.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The quantity entered for the main item does not match the sum of the quantities of its sub-items.
  Changes in BOM: If the BOM has been modified (e.g., adding or removing components) without updating the main item's quantity, this error can occur.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the item or its components may not be set up correctly, leading to mismatches.
  Incomplete Transactions: If a transaction was not completed properly, it might leave the system in an inconsistent state.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Quantities: Check the quantities of the main item and its sub-items. Ensure that the total quantity of the sub-items matches the quantity of the main item.
  Update BOM: If there have been changes to the BOM, ensure that the main item’s quantity is updated accordingly.
  Recheck Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the item and its components to ensure they are correct.
  Transaction Review: If the error occurred during a transaction, review the transaction logs to identify any incomplete or erroneous entries.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like CS03 for displaying BOM) to check the details of the BOM and make necessary adjustments.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to BOM management, such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and CS03 (Display BOM).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to make changes to BOMs and item quantities.
  Testing: After making adjustments, conduct tests to ensure that the error does not recur and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the quantities in your SAP system are consistent and accurate.