How To Fix CO141 - Tolerance is ignored in the case of unlimited overdelivery

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 141

• Message text: Tolerance is ignored in the case of unlimited overdelivery

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO141 - Tolerance is ignored in the case of unlimited overdelivery ?

  The SAP error message CO141, which states "Tolerance is ignored in the case of unlimited overdelivery," typically occurs in the context of production orders or process orders when there is an attempt to post an overdelivery that exceeds the defined tolerances for the order.
  Cause:
  
  Unlimited Overdelivery Setting: The error arises when the system is configured to allow unlimited overdelivery for a particular order type or material. In such cases, the tolerance settings for overdelivery are not applicable, leading to this message.
  Tolerance Limits: The system has specific tolerance limits set for overdelivery, and if the actual quantity exceeds these limits, the system may ignore the tolerance settings.
  Order Configuration: The production order or process order may have been configured in a way that allows for unlimited overdelivery, which conflicts with the tolerance settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Order Settings: Review the settings of the production or process order to determine if unlimited overdelivery is enabled. If it is not necessary, consider disabling this option.
  Adjust Tolerance Settings: If unlimited overdelivery is required, you may need to adjust the tolerance settings for the relevant material or order type to accommodate the expected overdelivery.
  Review Material Master Data: Check the material master data for the relevant material to ensure that the overdelivery tolerances are set correctly.
  Consult Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, you can check the settings in the following areas:
  
  Production Order Type settings (Transaction code: OPL8)
  Material Master settings (Transaction code: MM02)
  
  
  User Exit or BAdI: If the business process requires specific handling of overdelivery, consider implementing a user exit or BAdI to customize the behavior of the system regarding overdelivery tolerances.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that may provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to production order management and tolerance settings for more detailed information on how to configure these settings.
  Testing: After making any changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the changes resolve the issue without introducing new problems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the CO141 error and ensure that your production processes run smoothly.