How To Fix MPN04014 - Entered GI quantity is larger than the stock quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPN04 - MPN Message: Goods Issue

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Entered GI quantity is larger than the stock quantity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPN04014 - Entered GI quantity is larger than the stock quantity ?

  The SAP error message MPN04014, which states "Entered GI quantity is larger than the stock quantity," typically occurs during the Goods Issue (GI) process in SAP when the quantity being issued exceeds the available stock quantity in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the creation of a delivery, a transfer order, or a production order.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Stock: The most common cause is that the quantity you are trying to issue is greater than the available stock in the specified storage location or plant.
  Incorrect Stock Levels: The stock levels may not have been updated correctly due to previous transactions, leading to discrepancies.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, the specific batch may not have enough stock available.
  Reservation Issues: If there are reservations against the stock, the available quantity for goods issue may be reduced.
  Stock Type: The stock type (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection, blocked) may not allow for the goods issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Stock Levels: Verify the available stock in the relevant storage location or plant using transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) or MB52 (List of Warehouse Stocks on Hand).
  Adjust Quantity: If the stock is indeed less than the quantity you are trying to issue, adjust the GI quantity to match the available stock.
  Update Stock: If stock levels are incorrect, investigate previous transactions to identify any discrepancies and correct them. This may involve posting goods receipts or adjusting stock levels.
  Review Reservations: Check for any reservations that may be affecting the available stock using transaction code MB22 (Change Reservation) or MB23 (Display Reservation).
  Batch Check: If using batch management, ensure that the batch you are trying to issue has sufficient stock available.
  Stock Type Verification: Ensure that the stock type allows for goods issues. If the stock is in a blocked or quality inspection status, it cannot be issued.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A (Goods Issue), MB1B (Transfer Posting), and MB1C (Other Goods Movements).
  Stock Overview: Use MMBE to get a detailed view of stock levels by storage location, batch, and stock type.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed explanations of stock management and goods movement processes.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform stock adjustments or goods issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MPN04014 error and successfully complete your goods issue process.