How To Fix LF171 - Remaining quantity is zero. Report remaining quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LF - Mobile Computing in Warehouse Logistics

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Remaining quantity is zero. Report remaining quantity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LF171 - Remaining quantity is zero. Report remaining quantity ?

  The SAP error message LF171 ("Remaining quantity is zero. Report remaining quantity") typically occurs in the context of logistics and inventory management, particularly when dealing with delivery processing or goods movements. This message indicates that the system expects a remaining quantity to be reported, but it has been determined that there is no remaining quantity available for the operation being performed.
  Causes:
  
  Delivery Completion: The delivery or goods movement has already been fully processed, and there are no remaining quantities to report.
  Incorrect Quantity Entry: The quantity entered for the delivery or goods movement may not match the available stock or the expected quantity.
  Document Status: The document (e.g., delivery, transfer order) may be in a status that does not allow further processing.
  Stock Management Issues: There may be issues with stock management, such as stock being reserved or already consumed in another transaction.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the delivery or goods movement document. Ensure that it is not already completed or in a status that prevents further processing.
  Review Quantities: Check the quantities involved in the transaction. Ensure that the quantities being reported match the available stock and that you are not trying to report more than what is available.
  Reprocess the Document: If the document was incorrectly processed, you may need to reverse or correct the previous entries before attempting to report the remaining quantity again.
  Consult Inventory Levels: Use transaction codes like MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks on Hand) or MMBE (Stock Overview) to check the current stock levels and ensure that the quantities align with what is expected.
  Check for Reservations: Ensure that there are no reservations or other transactions that are affecting the availability of the stock you are trying to report.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), and VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) to manage deliveries effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes for known problems.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions related to the delivery or goods movement.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to logistics and inventory management for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in logistics and inventory management.