How To Fix BORGR616 - Quantities in selected HUs do not match quantities to be posted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BORGR - Messages Multi-Level Goods Receipt

• Message number: 616

• Message text: Quantities in selected HUs do not match quantities to be posted

What causes this issue?

The quantity in the handling units you have selected does not coincide
with the quantity to be posted. The quantity in the handling units &v1&
is larger than the quantity to be posted &v2& in item &v3&.
You have either selected too many handling units for the goods receipt
posting, or the quantity to be posted is too small.

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?

Select less handling units for the goods receipt posting, or increase
the quantity to be posted.
The quantity to be posted cannot be larger than the picked quantity or
the delivery quantity. If this is the case, increase the picked
quantity, the delivery quantity or both.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BORGR616 - Quantities in selected HUs do not match quantities to be posted ?

  The SAP error message BORGR616 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the quantities in the selected Handling Units (HUs) and the quantities that are being attempted to be posted. This error typically occurs during processes such as goods movements, inventory management, or when handling handling units in the warehouse.
  Causes:
  
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The quantity of items in the selected handling units does not match the quantity that the system expects to be posted. This can happen if:
  
  The handling units were not properly filled or packed.
  There was a manual adjustment to the quantities that was not reflected in the handling units.
  The handling units were modified after the initial posting was created.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Handling Unit Configuration: The handling units may not be configured correctly in the system, leading to discrepancies in expected versus actual quantities.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Mistakes during data entry, such as entering the wrong quantity or selecting the wrong handling unit.
  
  
  System Bugs or Inconsistencies: Occasionally, there may be bugs or inconsistencies in the SAP system that lead to this error.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Quantities: Check the quantities in the handling units against the quantities you are trying to post. Ensure they match exactly.
  
  
  Adjust Handling Units: If there is a mismatch, you may need to adjust the handling units to reflect the correct quantities. This can involve:
  
  Repacking the handling units.
  Modifying the quantities in the handling units through the appropriate transaction codes (e.g., HU02 for handling unit management).
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for handling units in your SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  Recreate Handling Units: If the handling units are corrupted or incorrectly configured, it may be necessary to delete and recreate them.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific transaction codes and procedures related to handling units and inventory management.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  HU02: Change Handling Unit
  HU03: Display Handling Unit
  LT03: Transfer Order Confirmation
  MB1A: Goods Withdrawal
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to handling units and the specific error message for potential patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in handling units and inventory management are adequately trained to minimize data entry errors and understand the processes involved.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BORGR616 error and implement a solution to resolve it.