How To Fix MPE_RTG_UI040 - The lot size from is greater than the lot size to

MPE_RTG_UI040 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_RTG_UI - Messages for Routing Maintenance

• Message number: 040

• Message text: The lot size from is greater than the lot size to

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_RTG_UI040 - The lot size from is greater than the lot size to ?

  The SAP error message MPE_RTG_UI040 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the lot sizes specified in a process, where the "from" lot size is greater than the "to" lot size. This typically occurs in scenarios involving production planning, inventory management, or material requirements planning (MRP) where lot sizes are defined for production orders, purchase orders, or stock transfers.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Lot Size Configuration: The lot size settings in the material master or in the production order may be incorrectly defined, leading to a situation where the "from" lot size exceeds the "to" lot size.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of a production order, purchase order, or stock transfer, the user may have inadvertently entered incorrect values for the lot sizes.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be properly maintained, leading to inconsistencies in lot size definitions.
  Process Configuration: The configuration settings in the system for the specific process