How To Fix MEOUT219 - Sum of distribution quantity < target quantity of central contract item.

MEOUT219 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEOUT - New Business Logic for Outline Agreements

• Message number: 219

• Message text: Sum of distribution quantity < target quantity of central contract item.

What causes this issue?

When using flexible distribution, the sum of the target quantities for
all distribution entries cannot be less than the target quantity of the
central purchase contract item.

How to fix this error?

Increase the target quantities for one or more distribution entries so
that the sum is at least 100% of the target quantity of the central
purchase contract item.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEOUT219 - Sum of distribution quantity < target quantity of central contract item. ?

  The SAP error message MEOUT219 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the distribution quantity and the target quantity for a central contract item. This typically occurs in the context of contract management and procurement processes within SAP, particularly when dealing with central contracts that are distributed across multiple plants or locations.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when the total distribution quantity (the quantity that has been allocated to various plants or locations) is less than the target quantity specified in the central contract. This can happen due to several reasons, including:
  
  Incorrect Distribution: The distribution of quantities to different plants may not have been done correctly, leading to an overall distribution that is less than the target.
  Changes in Contract Terms: If the terms of the central contract have been modified (e.g., target quantity increased) but the distribution has not been updated accordingly.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual errors during the entry of distribution quantities can