How To Fix LOP160 - Lower limit is greater than upper limit for item &1. Business key &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LOP - Logistical contract options

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Lower limit is greater than upper limit for item &1. Business key &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LOP160 - Lower limit is greater than upper limit for item &1. Business key &2 ?

  The SAP error message LOP160 indicates that there is a problem with the configuration of a certain item in the system, specifically that the lower limit is set greater than the upper limit for a particular item and business key. This typically occurs in the context of inventory management, production planning, or similar modules where limits are defined for stock levels, production quantities, or other parameters.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Error: The most common cause of this error is a misconfiguration in the settings for the item in question. This could be due to incorrect data entry or a misunderstanding of the required limits.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been recent changes to the configuration, it is possible that the limits were not set correctly.
  User Input Error: Users may have inadvertently entered incorrect values when defining the limits for the item.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Configuration: 
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the item in question. This can typically be done through transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or similar, depending on the context.
  Verify the lower and upper limits set for the item. Ensure that the lower limit is less than or equal to the upper limit.
  
  
  
  Correct the Limits:
  
  If you find that the lower limit is indeed greater than the upper limit, correct the values. Set the lower limit to a value that is less than or equal to the upper limit.
  
  
  
  Review Related Settings:
  
  Check if there are any related settings or dependencies that might affect the limits. This could include checking for any related materials, production orders, or inventory settings.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs. This may involve trying to perform the action that previously triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  If you are unsure about the correct limits or how to configure them, refer to SAP documentation or consult with a colleague who has experience with the specific module.
  
  
  
  Seek Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking and correcting the limits, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02, MM03 (Display Material), or any specific transaction related to the module you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this issue.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LOP160 error and ensure that the limits for the item are correctly configured.