How To Fix LB020 - The total split quantity is greater than the requirement quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LB - Logistics: Batch - Management

• Message number: 020

• Message text: The total split quantity is greater than the requirement quantity

What causes this issue?

The <LS>Overdelivery allowed</> indicator is set.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Depending on how the system is configured, it either issues a warning
or an error message.
If the message is a warning (W), the system allows the entry, but warns
you about entering the wrong thing.
If you confirm the message, the system adopts the quantities and
changes
the quantity in the main item if required (apart from Inventory
Management).
If the message is an error message (E), the system automatically
corrects the quantities so that the requirement quantity is not
exceeded.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_EINGABE_PRUEFEN
INCLUDE NA_MELDUNGSTYP_AENDERN

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LB020 - The total split quantity is greater than the requirement quantity ?

  The SAP error message LB020, which states "The total split quantity is greater than the requirement quantity," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and logistics, particularly when dealing with split deliveries or batch management. This error indicates that the system has detected that the total quantity being split exceeds the quantity that is actually required for the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Excess Quantity Split: The most common cause is that the user is attempting to split a delivery or a batch into multiple parts, and the total quantity of these parts exceeds the original requirement.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or the delivery settings that allow for splits that are not aligned with the required quantities.
  Data Entry Error: Users may inadvertently enter incorrect quantities during the split process, leading to this error.
  Batch Management Issues: If batch management is enabled, there may be discrepancies in the batch quantities being assigned.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Split Quantities: Review the quantities you are trying to split. Ensure that the total of the split quantities does not exceed the original requirement quantity.
  Adjust Quantities: If the split quantities are incorrect, adjust them to ensure they are equal to or less than the requirement quantity.
  Review Delivery/Order Details: Check the details of the delivery or order to ensure that the requirement quantity is correctly defined and that there are no discrepancies.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for split deliveries and batch management are correctly configured.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for splitting quantities to avoid data entry errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in various transaction codes related to inventory management, such as VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), or during goods movements.
  Batch Management: If batch management is involved, ensure that the batches being used are correctly defined and that their quantities are accurate.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Logistics Execution: Understanding the logistics execution processes in SAP can help in diagnosing and resolving issues related to deliveries and inventory management.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.