How To Fix CRM_APO222 - You are not permitted to reduce the quantity below the delivered quantity

CRM_APO222 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_APO - Dates

• Message number: 222

• Message text: You are not permitted to reduce the quantity below the delivered quantity

What causes this issue?

Quantity reductions below the delivered qunantity are not permitted on
the main item.

System Response

The system restored the original quantity.

How to fix this error?

Carry out quantity reductions below the delivered quantity on the
relevant subitem.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_APO222 - You are not permitted to reduce the quantity below the delivered quantity ?

  The SAP error message CRM_APO222, which states "You are not permitted to reduce the quantity below the delivered quantity," typically occurs in the context of order management or delivery processing within the SAP system. This error indicates that an attempt is being made to reduce the quantity of a product or item in a way that would go below the quantity that has already been delivered or processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Quantity Reduction Attempt: The user is trying to change the order quantity to a value that is less than the quantity that has already been delivered.
  Business Rules: The system is enforcing business rules that prevent reducing the order quantity below what has already been fulfilled to maintain data integrity and avoid discrepancies in inventory and accounting.
  Order Status: The order may be in a status that does not allow for quantity changes, such as completed or invoiced.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings