How To Fix L3199 - Total for assigned quantities exceeds quantity to be removed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L3 -

• Message number: 199

• Message text: Total for assigned quantities exceeds quantity to be removed

What causes this issue?

The quantity total you want to <GL:stock_removal>remove from stock</>
exceeds the requested amount.

How to fix this error?

Reduce the entered quantity.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L3199 - Total for assigned quantities exceeds quantity to be removed ?

  The SAP error message L3199, "Total for assigned quantities exceeds quantity to be removed," typically occurs in the context of inventory management, particularly during processes like goods movements, stock transfers, or when performing physical inventory adjustments. This error indicates that the total quantity of items that have been assigned for removal exceeds the quantity that is actually available to be removed.
  Cause:
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The total quantity of items that you are trying to remove (or transfer) is greater than the quantity that is available in stock.
  Incorrect Assignment: There may be an error in how quantities are assigned to the removal process, leading to an over-assignment.
  Stock Levels: The stock levels may have changed due to other transactions that were processed after the assignment was made, leading to discrepancies.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, there may be issues with batch quantities that are not properly accounted for.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Stock Levels: Verify the current stock levels for the material in question. Use transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) to see the available quantities.
  Review Assignments: Check the assignments made for the removal process. Ensure that the total quantity assigned does not exceed the available quantity.
  Adjust Quantities: If the assigned quantities are incorrect, adjust them to match the available stock. This can be done in the transaction where the error occurred.
  Reprocess the Transaction: After making the necessary adjustments, try to reprocess the transaction that generated the error.
  Batch Check: If batch management is involved, ensure that the batches being referenced have sufficient quantities available for removal.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), MB1B (Transfer Posting), and MI01 (Physical Inventory Document).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the transactions related to inventory management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes or documentation related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address specific issues.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for detailed explanations of inventory management processes and error handling.
  
  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 inventory management.