How To Fix KL007 - Decrease the quantity entered for & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KL - Valuation Function Modules: Activity Allocation

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Decrease the quantity entered for & &

What causes this issue?

Quantity &V1& &V2& is to be valued with activity price &V3&. A field
overflow occurred during this process since the result of the quantity
multiplied by the activity price exceeded the permitted maximum value
on the data base.

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?

Decrease the value you entered.
Or, check the unit of measure used and your other entries.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KL007 - Decrease the quantity entered for & & ?

  The SAP error message KL007 ("Decrease the quantity entered for & &") typically occurs in the context of controlling and cost accounting, particularly when dealing with activity types and cost centers. This error indicates that the quantity entered for a particular activity type or cost center exceeds the allowable limits or the available capacity.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Capacity: The quantity you are trying to enter for an activity type or cost center exceeds the available capacity or planned quantity.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the activity type or cost center settings that does not allow for the entered quantity.
  Data Entry Error: The quantity entered may simply be a mistake, such as a typographical error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Available Capacity: Review the available capacity for the activity type or cost center. Ensure that the quantity you are trying to enter does not exceed this capacity.
  Adjust Quantity: If the quantity entered is indeed too high, reduce it to a level that is within the allowable limits.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the activity type and cost center in the SAP system. Ensure that they are set up correctly to allow for the quantities you need to enter.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the activity type or cost center you are working with.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KP26 (Change Plan Data) or KP06 (Change Plan Data for Cost Centers) to review and adjust planning data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error KL007 for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to the activity types and cost centers in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KL007 error and implement a solution to resolve it.