How To Fix BOS04066 - Quantity entered of &1 &2 is greater than the remaining quantity of &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOS04 - BOS PS integration and Futher objects with EN language

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Quantity entered of &1 &2 is greater than the remaining quantity of &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOS04066 - Quantity entered of &1 &2 is greater than the remaining quantity of &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message BOS04066 indicates that the quantity you are trying to enter for a particular item exceeds the remaining quantity available for that item. This error typically occurs in scenarios involving inventory management, order processing, or material movements.
  Cause:
  
  Excess Quantity Entry: The most common cause is that the user is attempting to enter a quantity that is greater than what is available in stock or what is allowed based on the current inventory levels.
  Incorrect Stock Levels: The system may not have updated stock levels due to pending transactions, or there may be discrepancies in inventory records.
  Allocation Issues: If the item is allocated to other orders or processes, the available quantity may be less than expected.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, the specific batch may not have enough quantity available.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Available Quantity: Verify the available quantity of the item in the inventory. You can do this by checking the stock overview (transaction code: MMBE) or using the relevant inventory reports.
  Adjust Quantity: If the available quantity is indeed less than what you are trying to enter, adjust the quantity to match the available stock.
  Review Allocations: Check if the item is allocated to other orders or if there are any pending transactions that might affect the available quantity.
  Update Inventory: If there are discrepancies, ensure that all inventory transactions are posted correctly. You may need to perform a stock adjustment or recount.
  Batch Check: If batch management is in use, ensure that the specific batch you are trying to use has enough quantity available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MMBE (Stock Overview), MB52 (List of Warehouse Stocks on Hand), and MB1A (Goods Withdrawal) to help manage inventory.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and adjust inventory levels.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on inventory management and error handling.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a functional consultant who specializes in inventory management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BOS04066 error and proceed with your transaction.