How To Fix 4F114 - Enter a valid quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Enter a valid quantity

What causes this issue?

The quantity that you have entered is less than the quantity that you
have already posted to Part I of the excise register.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 4F114 - Enter a valid quantity ?

  The SAP error message 4F114: "Enter a valid quantity" typically occurs when a user attempts to enter a quantity in a transaction or process that is not acceptable according to the system's validation rules. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the creation of purchase orders, sales orders, or inventory management.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Quantity Format: The quantity entered may not conform to the expected format (e.g., using letters instead of numbers).
  Negative or Zero Quantity: The system may not allow negative or zero quantities in certain transactions.
  Decimal Places: The quantity may have too many decimal places or not enough, depending on the configuration of the material or item.
  Unit of Measure Issues: The quantity may not match the unit of measure defined for the material or item.
  Field Restrictions: The field may have restrictions based on the transaction type or the status of the document being processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Quantity Format: Ensure that the quantity is entered as a numeric value without any letters or special characters.
  Use Valid Values: Make sure the quantity is a positive number and not zero or negative.
  Adjust Decimal Places: Verify the number of decimal places allowed for the quantity and adjust accordingly.
  Verify Unit of Measure: Check that the quantity corresponds to the correct unit of measure for the item being processed.
  Review Field Settings: If applicable, check the configuration settings for the transaction to ensure that the field is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Context: The error can occur in various transactions, such as creating or modifying purchase orders, sales orders, or inventory adjustments.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes or the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the transaction, as restrictions may lead to validation errors.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or user manuals for specific guidelines on entering quantities in the relevant transactions.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these factors, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific SAP environment and configuration.