How To Fix L3292 - Sample quantity exceeds open quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L3 -

• Message number: 292

• Message text: Sample quantity exceeds open quantity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L3292 - Sample quantity exceeds open quantity ?

  The SAP error message L3292, which states "Sample quantity exceeds open quantity," typically occurs in the context of quality management and inventory management processes. This error indicates that the quantity of the sample being taken or processed exceeds the available open quantity of the material in question.
  Cause:
  
  Sample Quantity Configuration: The sample quantity defined in the quality inspection lot is greater than the quantity that is available for inspection.
  Inventory Levels: The open quantity of the material may have been reduced due to previous inspections, stock movements, or other transactions, leading to a situation where the sample quantity requested is no longer valid.
  Incorrect Lot Size: The lot size for the inspection lot may have been incorrectly defined, leading to discrepancies between the sample size and the available quantity.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the creation of the inspection lot or sample size can also lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Open Quantity: Verify the open quantity of the material in the inventory. You can do this by checking the stock overview (transaction code: MMBE) or the quality inspection lot details.
  Adjust Sample Quantity: If the sample quantity is indeed greater than the open quantity, adjust the sample quantity to be less than or equal to the available open quantity.
  Review Inspection Lot: Check the details of the inspection lot to ensure that it has been created correctly and that the lot size is appropriate for the available stock.
  Recreate Inspection Lot: If necessary, you may need to delete the existing inspection lot and recreate it with the correct parameters.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for quality management processes in your organization to ensure compliance with procedures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Quality Management (QM) Module: This error is often encountered in the QM module of SAP, which deals with quality inspections and management.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA32 (Change Inspection Lot), QA03 (Display Inspection Lot), and QA01 (Create Inspection Lot) for managing inspection lots.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify inspection lots and inventory data.
  SAP Notes and Support: If the issue persists, consider checking SAP Notes or reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, as there may be specific patches or updates related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the L3292 error and continue with your quality management processes in SAP.