How To Fix L3565 - Negative putaway/picking quantity in quant (contact SAP)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L3 -

• Message number: 565

• Message text: Negative putaway/picking quantity in quant (contact SAP)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L3565 - Negative putaway/picking quantity in quant (contact SAP) ?

  The SAP error message L3565, which states "Negative putaway/picking quantity in quant (contact SAP)," typically occurs in the Warehouse Management (WM) module when there is an inconsistency in the inventory data, particularly related to quant (quantities in storage bins). This error indicates that the system has detected a negative quantity for a putaway or picking operation, which is not allowed.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the inventory data, such as a mismatch between the stock in the storage bin and the stock in the quant.
  Incorrect Transactions: A previous transaction (like a goods movement, transfer order, or inventory adjustment) may have been incorrectly processed, leading to negative quantities.
  System Bugs: In some cases, this error can be caused by bugs in the SAP system or issues with the configuration of the WM module.
  Manual Adjustments: Manual adjustments to stock levels that do not properly update the quant information can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Inventory Data: Review the inventory data for the affected storage bin and quant. Ensure that the quantities are correctly reflected in the system.
  Reconcile Stock Levels: Perform a stock reconciliation to identify and correct any discrepancies between the physical stock and the system stock.
  Review Recent Transactions: Look at recent transactions that may have affected the stock levels in the quant. Identify any that may have been processed incorrectly.
  Adjust Quantities: If you find that the quant has a negative quantity, you may need to adjust the quantities manually to correct the issue.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, contact SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including transaction codes, affected materials, and any steps taken to troubleshoot.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as LX02 (Display Stock in Warehouse), LT24 (Display Transfer Order), and MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks on Hand) to help diagnose the issue.
  Warehouse Management Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the WM module to ensure they are set up correctly.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the transactions has the necessary authorizations to make changes to stock levels.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.