How To Fix M7338 - Quantities of the sub-items are different from qty of the main item


M7338 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

  • Message number: 338

  • Message text: Quantities of the sub-items are different from qty of the main item

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  • What causes this issue?

    You have distributed the quantity of the main item among the sub-items.
    However, the total of all the sub-items does not match the quantity of
    the main item.

    System Response

    The system can only post the goods movement for the main item if the
    total of all the sub-items is consistent with the quantity of the main
    item.

    How to fix this error?

    Adjust the distribution. You can also change the quantity of the main
    item by entering a new constellation of the quantities for the
    sub-items.
    However, do not exit the distribution screen using the <LS>Cancel</>
    function, as all changes will be reset and the stock will reurn to the
    original inconsistent status.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7338 - Quantities of the sub-items are different from qty of the main item ?
    The SAP error message M7338, which states "Quantities of the sub-items are different from qty of the main item," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and material movements. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the total quantity of sub-items (components or parts) and the quantity of the main item in a bill of materials (BOM) or during a goods movement.
    
    Cause: Mismatch in Quantities: The total quantity of the sub-items does not equal the quantity of the main item. This can happen during the creation of a production order, goods receipt, or when performing inventory adjustments. Incorrect BOM Configuration: If the BOM is not correctly configured, the quantities of the components may not align with the main item. Manual Entry Errors: Errors during manual entry of quantities for sub-items or main items can lead to discrepancies. Changes in BOM: If the BOM has been changed after the production order was

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