How To Fix FGD_CORE013 - Minimum quantity must be bigger than 0

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FGD_CORE -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Minimum quantity must be bigger than 0

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FGD_CORE013 - Minimum quantity must be bigger than 0 ?

  The SAP error message FGD_CORE013: Minimum quantity must be bigger than 0 typically occurs in the context of materials management or production planning within the SAP system. This error indicates that a minimum quantity field has been set to zero or a negative value, which is not acceptable for the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The minimum quantity for a material or product might have been incorrectly configured in the system.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of a material, the user may have inadvertently entered a minimum quantity of zero or a negative number.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not have been properly maintained, leading to invalid values in the minimum quantity field.
  Business Rules: The business rules or logic defined in the system may require a minimum quantity to be specified for certain operations, such as production orders or purchase orders.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the material master record (transaction code MM02 for change or MM03 for display).
  Verify the minimum quantity field in the relevant views (e.g., Purchasing, MRP).
  Ensure that the minimum quantity is set to a value greater than zero.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If the minimum quantity is part of a configuration setting (e.g., in the material type settings), check the configuration in the SPRO transaction.
  Ensure that the settings align with business requirements.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Review any data entry forms or interfaces to ensure that they validate input correctly and do not allow zero or negative values for minimum quantities.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines that outline the requirements for minimum quantities in your organization.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to make changes to material master data.
  Training: Provide training to users on how to correctly enter and maintain material data to prevent similar errors in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in materials management or production planning.