How To Fix L3418 - Data inconsistency in table LQUA for handling unit &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L3 -

• Message number: 418

• Message text: Data inconsistency in table LQUA for handling unit &

What causes this issue?

There is a data inconsistency in Table LQUA for
<GL:handling_unit>handling unit</> &V1&
Only two quants are allowed:
One quant in the <GL:interim_storage_area>interim storage area</>
One quant in the warehouse

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L3418 - Data inconsistency in table LQUA for handling unit & ?

  The SAP error message L3418 indicates a data inconsistency in the LQUA table, which is related to handling units (HUs). This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the data associated with handling units in the warehouse management system (WMS).
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The most common cause of this error is that the data in the LQUA table (which stores stock data for handling units) is not consistent with the data in other related tables, such as LQUA, LTAK, or LTBK.
  Incomplete Transactions: If a transaction involving handling units was not completed properly (e.g., a goods movement was interrupted), it could lead to inconsistencies.
  Manual Changes: Manual changes to handling units or stock levels outside of standard SAP transactions can also lead to inconsistencies.
  System Errors: Bugs or issues in the SAP system or during data migration can also cause inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Use transaction codes like LX02 or LX03 to check the stock and handling unit data. Look for any discrepancies in the handling unit data.
  Reprocess Transactions: If the error occurred due to an incomplete transaction, try to reprocess the transaction that caused the inconsistency.
  Use Report RLAUTA10: This report can help identify inconsistencies in handling units. You can run this report to find and correct inconsistencies.
  Manual Correction: If you identify specific inconsistencies, you may need to manually correct the data in the LQUA table or related tables. This should be done with caution and ideally under the guidance of an SAP expert.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  LQUA Table: This table contains stock data for handling units in the warehouse management system.
  Handling Units (HUs): These are units of measure that can contain one or more materials and are used in warehouse management to manage inventory.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as LX02 (Display Stock Overview), LX03 (Display Stock Overview by Handling Unit), and HU02 (Change Handling Unit).
  Data Consistency Checks: Regularly perform data consistency checks in your SAP system to prevent such issues from arising.
  
  Always ensure that you have a backup of your data before making any manual changes to the database, and consider testing any changes in a development or test environment before applying them to production.