How To Fix M7813 - Quantity string & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 813

• Message text: Quantity string & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The quantity string you entered does not exist in the system.

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?

INCLUDE NA_EINGABE_PRUEFEN
Table T156M lists existing quantity strings. Do you want to
<DS:TRAN.SM31>display</> this table?
Do you want to <DS:TRAN.OMBQ>check</> which quantity string is used for
a movement type by taking a look at the table of movement types (view
"Update control")?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7813 - Quantity string & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message M7813 "Quantity string & does not exist" typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material management when the system is unable to find a specific quantity of a material or product in the specified location or storage bin. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during goods movements, stock transfers, or inventory counts.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may not exist in the system or may have been entered incorrectly.
  Missing Stock: The specified quantity of the material may not be available in the specified storage location or bin.
  Incorrect Storage Location: The storage location or bin specified may not be valid for the material in question.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the inventory data, such as stock not being updated after a previous transaction.
  Batch Management Issues: If the material is batch-managed, the specific batch may not exist or may not have the required quantity.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Material Number: Check that the material number is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to confirm the material's details.
  Check Stock Availability: Use transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) to check if the required quantity of the material is available in the specified storage location or bin.
  Review Storage Location: Ensure that the storage location or bin specified in the transaction is valid for the material. You can check this in the material master data.
  Update Inventory Data: If there are discrepancies in stock levels, consider running inventory reconciliation processes or updating stock levels through appropriate transactions.
  Batch Information: If the material is batch-managed, ensure that the batch exists and has the required quantity. You can check batch information using transaction code MSC3N (Display Batch).
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or IT department to investigate further, especially if there are underlying data integrity issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MMBE (Stock Overview), and MSC3N (Display Batch).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage the materials and stock in question.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals for detailed procedures on inventory management and troubleshooting common errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the M7813 error and implement the appropriate solution.