How To Fix CMM_ALLOC035 - Commodity quantity less than allocated quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMM_ALLOC - Allocation Messages

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Commodity quantity less than allocated quantity

What causes this issue?

The basic goods receipt item &V2& allocates one or more CPE commodity
price fixation exercises in purchase order item &V1&. The manually
allocated quantity is greater than the commodity quantity.

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?

Reduce the manually allocated quantity by at least &V4&.
To reduce the manually allocated quantity for purchase order item &V1&,
goods receipt item &V2&, 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_ALLOC035 - Commodity quantity less than allocated quantity ?

  The SAP error message CMM_ALLOC035, 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 during the allocation process can lead to discrepancies between the requested and available quantities.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that affect how quantities are calculated or displayed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Available Stock: Verify the available quantity of the commodity in the inventory. You can do this by checking the relevant stock reports or using transaction codes like MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks on Hand).
  Adjust Allocation Quantity: If the available quantity is indeed less than the requested allocation, 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. This may involve reviewing the configuration in the Commodity Management module.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error was caused by incorrect data entry, correct the entries and try the allocation process again.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the allocation process and error handling.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MB52: To check stock levels.
  CMM1: To manage commodity master data.
  CMM2: To manage commodity allocations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed and resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CMM_ALLOC035 error and implement a solution to resolve it.