How To Fix M7382 - Entry quantity of the ordered material in a subcontract order is 0

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 382

• Message text: Entry quantity of the ordered material in a subcontract order is 0

What causes this issue?

An entry quantity of <ZH>zero</> for the ordered material of a
subcontract order (end product) was transferred to the
<DS:GLOS.3526B543AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>BAPI</>
<ZH>BAPI_GOODSMVT_CREATE</> or the
<DS:GLOS.3526B20FAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>function module</>
<ZH>MB_CREATE_GOODS_MOVEMENT</> to post a goods movement.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

The entry quantity of the end product of a subcontract order must have
a value larger than <ZH>zero</>.

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 M7382 - Entry quantity of the ordered material in a subcontract order is 0 ?

  The SAP error message M7382, which states "Entry quantity of the ordered material in a subcontract order is 0," typically occurs in the context of subcontracting processes within SAP. This error indicates that the system has detected that the quantity of the material being ordered in a subcontracting order is set to zero, which is not valid.
  Cause:
  
  Zero Quantity Entry: The most direct cause of this error is that the quantity field for the material in the subcontract order has been inadvertently set to zero.
  Incomplete Data: The order may not have been fully populated with the necessary data, leading to a zero quantity being saved.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the material or the subcontracting process in the system.
  Data Transfer Issues: If the order was created through a data transfer process (like an interface), there may have been an error in the data being sent.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Order: Review the subcontract order in question. Ensure that the quantity for the ordered material is correctly entered and is greater than zero.
  Correct the Quantity: If the quantity is indeed zero, update it to the correct value and save the order.
  Review Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, review the configuration settings for the material and subcontracting processes to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Data Validation: If the order was created through an automated process, validate the data being sent to ensure that it includes the correct quantities.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on subcontracting processes and error handling.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Subcontracting Process: In SAP, subcontracting involves sending materials to a vendor for processing, where the vendor performs operations and returns the finished goods. The subcontract order must specify the quantity of materials being sent.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to subcontracting include ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order).
  Error Handling: Familiarize yourself with SAP's error handling procedures, as they can provide insights into resolving similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in materials management and subcontracting processes.