How To Fix L3809 - Confirmation of material shipment with difference is not allowed

L3809 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L3 -

• Message number: 809

• Message text: Confirmation of material shipment with difference is not allowed

What causes this issue?

You tried to confirm the material transer with a difference for a
transfer order item. this is not possible. You can only enter
differences when confirming material withdrawals.

System Response

the system denied the confirmation. No bookings were made.

How to fix this error?

Differences must be entered in a material withdrawal.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L3809 - Confirmation of material shipment with difference is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message L3809, "Confirmation of material shipment with difference is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of logistics and shipment processing within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy between the expected quantity of goods to be shipped and the actual quantity being confirmed in the shipment.
  
  Cause:
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The most common cause of this error is that the quantity being confirmed for shipment does not match the quantity that was originally planned or ordered in the system.
  Delivery Document Issues: There may be issues with the delivery document, such as it being incomplete or not properly updated.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to disallow confirmations when there are differences in quantities, which is often a business rule to maintain inventory accuracy.
  Incomplete Shipment Processing: The shipment may not have been fully processed or released, leading to discrepancies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Quantities: Verify the quantities in the delivery