How To Fix 6P078 - Not possible to maintain individual quantities when total quantity = 0

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6P - Messages for planned independent requirements (Appl.area 60)

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Not possible to maintain individual quantities when total quantity = 0

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6P078 - Not possible to maintain individual quantities when total quantity = 0 ?

  The SAP error message 6P078 ("Not possible to maintain individual quantities when total quantity = 0") typically occurs in the context of maintaining quantities in a document, such as a purchase order, sales order, or production order. This error indicates that the system does not allow you to enter individual quantities for items when the total quantity for the document is zero.
  Cause:
  
  Total Quantity is Zero: The primary cause of this error is that the total quantity of the document is set to zero. In SAP, if the total quantity is zero, it does not make sense to maintain individual quantities for the items, as there is no overall quantity to distribute among them.
  Incomplete Document: The document may not have been fully completed or saved, leading to a total quantity of zero.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been an error in data entry that resulted in the total quantity being incorrectly set to zero.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Total Quantity: Verify the total quantity of the document. If it is indeed zero, you need to enter a valid total quantity before you can maintain individual quantities.
  Update Document: If the total quantity is zero due to an oversight, update the document to reflect the correct total quantity. This can be done by entering the appropriate values in the relevant fields.
  Review Item Details: Ensure that all item details are correctly entered and that there are no missing or incorrect entries that could lead to a total quantity of zero.
  Save Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, save the document to ensure that the changes are applied.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes, such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or VA01 (Create Sales Order).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to make changes to the document, as restrictions may also lead to issues in maintaining quantities.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.