How To Fix MPE_RTG_UI077 - Distributed quantity cannot be greater than the component quantity

MPE_RTG_UI077 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_RTG_UI - Messages for Routing Maintenance

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Distributed quantity cannot be greater than the component quantity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_RTG_UI077 - Distributed quantity cannot be greater than the component quantity ?

  The SAP error message MPE_RTG_UI077 indicates that there is an issue with the distribution of quantities in a process, typically related to production orders or material requirements planning (MRP). The error specifically states that the distributed quantity cannot exceed the available component quantity. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during the creation of production orders, when trying to allocate materials, or when performing goods movements.
  
  Cause:
  
  Excess Distribution: The quantity you are trying to distribute (e.g., in a production order or a goods movement) is greater than the quantity of the component that is available in stock.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the bill of materials (BOM) or routing, leading to incorrect calculations of required quantities.
  Data Entry Error: A user may have mistakenly entered a quantity that exceeds the available stock.
  Stock Shortage: The stock levels may have changed due to other transactions, leading to a