How To Fix M1042 - Amount &1 is too much

M1042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M1 - Internal RW Documents

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Amount &1 is too much

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M1042 - Amount &1 is too much ?

  The SAP error message M1042, which states "Amount &1 is too much," typically occurs in the context of material management and inventory transactions. This error indicates that the amount being processed exceeds the allowed limits set in the system for a particular transaction or material.
  Causes:
  
  Exceeding Maximum Limits: The amount being entered may exceed the maximum limit defined for the material or transaction type in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or in the transaction settings that restrict the amount that can be processed.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have entered an incorrect value, such as an extra digit or an incorrect unit of measure.
  Currency Conversion Issues: If the transaction involves currency conversion, discrepancies in exchange rates or incorrect currency settings may lead to this error.
  Stock Availability: The amount being processed may exceed the available stock for the material.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Amount: Verify the amount being entered