How To Fix M8074 - Quantity entered larger than quantity to be debited

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Quantity entered larger than quantity to be debited

What causes this issue?

You selected the field <LS>Subsequent debit/credit</>. The quantity to
be debited/credited cannot be any greater than the quantity invoiced so
far.
If the invoice refers to a purchase order for services, no invoice has
obviously been posted for the order.

How to fix this error?

If no invoice has yet been posted, the invoice you are processing
cannot be processed as a subsequent debit/credit.
If an invoice has already been posted, you can post a subsequent debit/
credit: Correct your entry in the field <LS>Quantity</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8074 - Quantity entered larger than quantity to be debited ?

  The SAP error message M8074 ("Quantity entered larger than quantity to be debited") typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material movements when the quantity you are trying to process exceeds the available quantity that can be debited from stock. This can happen during various transactions, such as goods issues, stock transfers, or inventory adjustments.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Stock: The most common cause is that the quantity you are trying to debit (remove from stock) is greater than the quantity available in the specified storage location or batch.
  Incorrect Document: You may be referencing the wrong material document or movement type that does not have sufficient stock.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, you might be trying to debit more than what is available in a specific batch.
  Stock Type: The stock type (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection, blocked) may not allow the quantity you are trying to debit.
  Previous Transactions: Previous transactions may have already debited some of the stock, leaving less available than expected.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Stock Levels: Verify the available stock for the material in the relevant storage location using transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) or MB52 (List of Warehouse Stocks on Hand).
  Adjust Quantity: If the available stock is less than what you are trying to debit, adjust the quantity in your transaction to match the available stock.
  Review Batch Information: If batch management is in use, check the specific batch for available quantities and ensure you are debiting from the correct batch.
  Check Stock Types: Ensure that you are not trying to debit from a stock type that is not available for the transaction (e.g., blocked stock).
  Review Previous Transactions: Look at recent transactions to see if any stock has already been debited, which may affect the available quantity.
  Consult with Inventory Management: If you are unsure about stock levels or the correct procedure, consult with your inventory management team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MMBE, MB1A, MB1B, and MB1C for inventory management tasks.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed explanations of inventory management processes and error messages.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to perform the transaction you are attempting, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M8074 error and successfully complete your inventory transaction.