How To Fix EDI_SD838 - The planned cumulative quanity is ignored.

EDI_SD838 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDI_SD - Messages for EDI SD Integration

• Message number: 838

• Message text: The planned cumulative quanity is ignored.

What causes this issue?

Planned cumulative quantity is not supported.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDI_SD838 - The planned cumulative quanity is ignored. ?

  The SAP error message EDI_SD838, which states "The planned cumulative quantity is ignored," typically occurs in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) processes, particularly when dealing with sales and distribution (SD) modules. This error indicates that the system is not considering the planned cumulative quantity for a specific transaction, which can lead to discrepancies in order processing or delivery.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The EDI settings or the configuration of the sales document type may not be set up correctly to handle cumulative quantities.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being sent or received, such as missing or incorrect cumulative quantity values.
  Document Type Issues: The document type being used may not support cumulative quantities, or it may not be configured to process them correctly.
  Version Mismatch: There could be a mismatch between the versions of the EDI standards being used by the trading partners.
  Incomplete Master Data: The master data for the