How To Fix L1606 - Picking quantity not zero

L1606 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L1 - Message handling for WM master data

• Message number: 606

• Message text: Picking quantity not zero

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L1606 - Picking quantity not zero ?

  The SAP error message L1606, which states "Picking quantity not zero," typically occurs during the picking process in warehouse management or inventory management scenarios. This error indicates that the system expects the picking quantity to be zero, but it is not, which can happen for various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Picking: The picking process may not have been completed correctly, leading to discrepancies between the expected and actual picking quantities.
  Incorrect Document Status: The status of the delivery or transfer order may not be updated correctly, causing the system to expect a zero picking quantity.
  Quantity Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the quantities in the system and the actual quantities available in the warehouse.
  User Error: Manual entry errors during the picking process can lead to incorrect quantities being recorded.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the warehouse management module that are not aligned with the business processes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Picking Status: Verify the