How To Fix CMM_ALLOC031 - Commodity quantity less than allocated quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMM_ALLOC - Allocation Messages

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Commodity quantity less than allocated quantity

What causes this issue?

The current outbound delivery item &V2& allocates one or more CPE
commodity price fixation exercises in order item &V1&. The manually
allocated quantity is greater than the commodity quantity.

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?

Reduce the manually allocated quantity by at least &V4&.
To reduce the manually allocated quantity for sales order item &V1&,
outbound delivery item &V2& and commodity condition type &V3&, use
transaction <DS:TRAN.CMM_ALLOC>Allocation</> (<AB>CMM_ALLOC</>).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMM_ALLOC031 - Commodity quantity less than allocated quantity ?

  The SAP error message CMM_ALLOC031, which states "Commodity quantity less than allocated quantity," typically occurs in the context of commodity management or allocation processes within SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to allocate a quantity of a commodity that exceeds the available quantity in stock.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Stock: The primary cause of this error is that the quantity you are trying to allocate is greater than the available quantity in the inventory.
  Incorrect Allocation Settings: There may be issues with the allocation settings or rules that are leading to an incorrect calculation of available quantities.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors when inputting quantities for allocation can also lead to this issue.
  Timing Issues: If stock levels have changed due to other transactions (e.g., sales, returns) after the allocation was initially calculated, this can lead to discrepancies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Available Stock: Verify the available quantity of the commodity in the inventory. You can do this by checking the stock levels in the relevant transaction (e.g., MB52 for stock overview).
  Adjust Allocation Quantity: If the available stock is indeed less than the allocated quantity, you will need to adjust the allocation quantity to match the available stock.
  Review Allocation Rules: Check the allocation rules and settings in the system to ensure they are configured correctly and are not causing the issue.
  Reprocess Allocation: If the stock levels have changed, you may need to reprocess the allocation to reflect the current stock situation.
  Consult with Inventory Management: If you are unsure about the stock levels or allocation settings, consult with your inventory management team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks on Hand), CMM1 (Maintain Commodity Master), and CMM2 (Maintain Commodity Allocation).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on commodity management and allocation processes for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CMM_ALLOC031 error and ensure that your commodity allocations are processed correctly.