How To Fix 4F109 - Excise invoice quantity cannot be less than the quantity received

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 4F - Message class for India localization

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Excise invoice quantity cannot be less than the quantity received

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 4F109 - Excise invoice quantity cannot be less than the quantity received ?

  The SAP error message 4F109 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the quantity of goods received and the quantity being recorded in the excise invoice. Specifically, it states that the excise invoice quantity cannot be less than the quantity received. This error typically occurs in the context of excise duty management in SAP, particularly in modules related to materials management (MM) and excise.
  Cause:
  
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The quantity specified in the excise invoice is less than the quantity that has been received in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The user mistakenly enters a lower quantity in the excise invoice.
  There was an error in the goods receipt process, leading to an incorrect quantity being recorded.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that enforce this rule, ensuring that the excise invoice reflects the actual quantity received.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors during the creation of the excise invoice can lead to this issue.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Received Quantity: Check the quantity that has been received in the system. You can do this by reviewing the goods receipt document associated with the excise invoice.
  
  
  Correct the Excise Invoice Quantity: If the received quantity is correct, update the excise invoice to match the received quantity. Ensure that the quantity in the excise invoice is equal to or greater than the quantity received.
  
  
  Recreate the Excise Invoice: If there are significant discrepancies or if the invoice cannot be corrected, consider deleting the incorrect excise invoice and creating a new one with the correct quantities.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, review the configuration settings related to excise invoices in your SAP system to ensure they align with your business processes.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling excise invoices and related error messages.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MIGO (for goods movement) and J1IIN (for excise invoice creation) to manage goods receipts and excise invoices.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to create and modify excise invoices.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in excise duty management.