How To Fix G00848 - Item &1 requires breakdown by quantities (please correct)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 848

• Message text: Item &1 requires breakdown by quantities (please correct)

What causes this issue?

Item &V1& requires a breakdown by quantities (breakdown type &V2&), but
the item cannot be posted with document type &V3&.

System Response

Entry cannot be posted.

How to fix this error?

Enter an item with a suitable breakdown.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00848 - Item &1 requires breakdown by quantities (please correct) ?

  The SAP error message G00848 indicates that there is a requirement for a breakdown of quantities for a specific item in a document, such as a purchase order, sales order, or production order. This error typically arises when the system expects detailed quantity information for an item, but it is not provided or is incomplete.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Quantity Breakdown: The item in question may require a detailed breakdown of quantities (e.g., base quantity, delivery quantity, etc.) that has not been provided.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the material master or document type may require a quantity breakdown for certain items.
  Item Category: The item category may be set up in such a way that it mandates a breakdown of quantities.
  Document Type: The document type being used may have specific requirements for quantity breakdowns.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Details: Review the item details in the document to ensure that all required quantity fields are filled out correctly.
  Review Material Master: Check the material master data for the item to see if there are any settings that require a breakdown of quantities.
  Adjust Document Type Settings: If applicable, review the configuration of the document type being used to see if it can be adjusted to allow for the entry of the item without a breakdown.
  Consult with Configuration Team: If you are unsure about the settings, consult with your SAP configuration team to understand the requirements for the specific item category or document type.
  Correct the Entry: If the error is due to a specific entry, correct the entry by providing the necessary breakdown of quantities.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), VA01 (Create Sales Order), or CO01 (Create Production Order) to access the relevant documents.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more information on item categories and document types that require quantity breakdowns.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP helpdesk for further assistance.