BL301 - Maximum weight exceeded

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BL - Application Log

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Maximum weight exceeded

What causes this issue?

The sum of the weights of luggage items and persons exceeds the maximum
allowed flight weight.

System Response

Error message.

How to fix this error?

One or more reservations on this flight must be canceled.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BL301 - Maximum weight exceeded ?

  The SAP error message BL301: Maximum weight exceeded typically occurs in the context of handling logistics, particularly when dealing with deliveries, shipments, or handling units. This error indicates that the total weight of the items being processed exceeds the maximum weight limit defined in the system for a particular handling unit or delivery.
  Causes:
  
  Exceeding Weight Limits: The total weight of the items in a handling unit or delivery exceeds the predefined maximum weight limit set in the system.
  Configuration Settings: The maximum weight limit may be configured incorrectly or set too low in the system settings.
  Item Master Data: The weight of individual items may not be correctly maintained in the material master data, leading to incorrect total weight calculations.
  Handling Unit Configuration: The handling unit type may have specific weight restrictions that are being violated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Weight Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for maximum weight limits in the relevant SAP modules (e.g., Logistics Execution).
  Adjust the maximum weight limit if necessary to accommodate the items being processed.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master records for the items involved to ensure that the weight is accurately maintained.
  Update the weight information if discrepancies are found.
  
  
  
  Adjust Handling Unit:
  
  If using handling units, verify the configuration of the handling unit type to ensure it allows for the required weight.
  Consider splitting the items into multiple handling units if the total weight exceeds the limit.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific configuration settings related to weight limits in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system processes the deliveries or shipments correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) to update material master data or HU02 (Change Handling Unit) to adjust handling unit settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling this error.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, review any user exits or BAdIs that may affect weight calculations or handling unit processing.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in logistics and material management.