How To Fix 56336 - Total exceeds receipt amount by & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 56 - HR TRAVEL: Messages for Trip Costs Dialog

• Message number: 336

• Message text: Total exceeds receipt amount by & &

What causes this issue?

The sum of all partial amounts entered exceeds the value of the
receipt to be assigned.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 56336 - Total exceeds receipt amount by & & ?

  The SAP error message 56336, which states "Total exceeds receipt amount by & &," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or procurement processes. This error indicates that the total amount of the items being processed (such as in a goods receipt or invoice verification) exceeds the amount that was originally received or expected.
  Causes:
  
  Mismatch in Quantities: The quantity being processed in the transaction does not match the quantity that was received or recorded in the system.
  Incorrect Invoice Amount: The invoice amount being entered may be higher than the amount that corresponds to the received goods.
  Multiple Receipts: If there are multiple receipts for the same purchase order, the system may be confused about the total amounts.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors can lead to discrepancies between the expected and actual amounts.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material management module or the specific settings for the purchase order.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Receipt Amounts: Check the original goods receipt and ensure that the quantities and amounts match what is being processed in the current transaction.
  Adjust Invoice Amount: If you are processing an invoice, ensure that the invoice amount corresponds to the amount of goods received.
  Check Purchase Order: Review the purchase order to ensure that all receipts and invoices are correctly recorded and that there are no discrepancies.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to manual entry, correct the quantities or amounts being entered to match the expected values.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for the material management module are correct.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MIGO (Goods Movement) or MIRO (Invoice Verification) to check and correct the entries.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on handling goods receipts and invoice verification processes.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to make changes to the receipts or invoices.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.