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

L3199 - Overview

• 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