How To Fix CKMLDUVN017 - Total quantity &2 is smaller than difference quantity &1

CKMLDUVN017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLDUVN - Inventory differences distribution messages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Total quantity &2 is smaller than difference quantity &1

What causes this issue?

The quantities you have entered result in a total quantity of &v2&,
however the difference quantity is only &v1&. You can only distribute a
quantity upto or equal to the difference quantity amount.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CKMLDUVN017 - Details

• The SAP error message CKMLDUVN017 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the quantity values during a material valuation process, specifically in the context of the Material Ledger. The message states that the total quantity (represented as &2) is smaller than the difference quantity (represented as &1). This typically occurs during the period-end closing process or when trying to perform a valuation of materials.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The error often arises due to inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect postings or missing entries in the Material Ledger.
  Quantity Differences: There may be a situation where the total quantity of materials does not match the expected quantity due to adjustments, returns, or other transactions that have not been properly accounted for.
  Incorrect Configuration: Configuration settings in the Material Ledger or related modules may not be set up correctly, leading to discrepancies in quantity calculations.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Documents: Review the material documents for the affected materials