How To Fix BORGR617 - Picked quantity cannot be smaller than the posted quantity: &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 617

• Message text: Picked quantity cannot be smaller than the posted quantity: &3

What causes this issue?

The picked quantity cannot be smaller than the posted quantity.
The picked quantity &v1& must be larger than or equal to the posted
quantity &v2& in item &v3&.

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?

Increase the picked quantity until it is at least as large as the
posted quantity.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BORGR617 - Picked quantity cannot be smaller than the posted quantity: &3 ?

  The SAP error message BORGR617 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the picked quantity and the posted quantity in a goods movement or inventory management process. Specifically, it means that the quantity you are trying to pick is less than the quantity that has already been posted in the system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during the picking process for a sales order, delivery, or production order.
  Cause:
  
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The picked quantity is less than the quantity that has already been posted for that item. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to pick a quantity that is less than what has been recorded in the system.
  There was a previous posting that has not been accounted for in your current picking process.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Document Flow: If there are inconsistencies in the document flow, such as if a delivery has been partially picked and then an attempt is made to pick more than what is available.
  
  
  Inventory Management Issues: There may be issues with inventory levels, such as stock being reserved or already allocated to other orders.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Posted Quantities: Review the posted quantities for the relevant document (e.g., delivery, production order) to ensure that you are aware of how much has already been posted.
  
  
  Adjust Picking Quantity: If the posted quantity is correct, adjust the picking quantity to match or exceed the posted quantity. Ensure that you are picking the correct amount based on the current inventory levels.
  
  
  Review Document Flow: Check the document flow for any inconsistencies. Ensure that all previous postings have been completed and that there are no outstanding issues.
  
  
  Inventory Check: Verify the inventory levels for the material in question. Make sure that the stock is available for picking and that there are no reservations or allocations that would prevent the picking of the desired quantity.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Knowledge Base for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like MB51 (Material Document List) or MB1A (Goods Withdrawal) to review material documents and postings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Documentation: Review the user documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., SAP MM for materials management) for more detailed guidance on handling picking and inventory issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BORGR617 error and proceed with your picking process.