How To Fix MPE_EXEC_SFO044 - Disassemble quantity greater than assembled quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_EXEC_SFO - Messages for Shop Floor Orders

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Disassemble quantity greater than assembled quantity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_EXEC_SFO044 - Disassemble quantity greater than assembled quantity ?

  The SAP error message MPE_EXEC_SFO044 indicates that there is an attempt to disassemble a quantity that exceeds the quantity of the assembled product available in the system. This typically occurs in the context of production or inventory management when dealing with assembly and disassembly processes.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  The quantity specified for disassembly is greater than the quantity of the assembled product that is currently available in stock.
  There may be a mismatch in the inventory records, or the system may not have been updated to reflect the current stock levels.
  The disassembly process is being attempted for a product that has not been fully assembled or is not available in the required quantity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Inventory Levels:
  
  Verify the current stock levels of the assembled product. Ensure that the quantity you are trying to disassemble is available in the inventory.
  
  
  
  Adjust Disassembly Quantity:
  
  If the quantity you are trying to disassemble exceeds the available quantity, adjust the disassembly quantity to match the available stock.
  
  
  
  Review Assembly Process:
  
  Ensure that the assembly process has been completed successfully and that the assembled product is correctly recorded in the system.
  
  
  
  Update Inventory Records:
  
  If there are discrepancies in the inventory records, perform a stock adjustment or inventory reconciliation to ensure that the system reflects the correct quantities.
  
  
  
  Check for Open Transactions:
  
  Look for any open transactions that might be affecting the availability of the assembled product. This could include pending goods movements or production orders.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or settings that might be affecting the disassembly process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), MB1B (Transfer Posting), and CO02 (Change Production Order) that may be involved in the assembly and disassembly processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting the disassembly has the necessary permissions to perform the action.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.