How To Fix MSR_INSP_MESSAGES211 - Total qty is greater than the original qty; check inspected qty values

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSR_INSP_MESSAGES - Messages for Inspections

• Message number: 211

• Message text: Total qty is greater than the original qty; check inspected qty values

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSR_INSP_MESSAGES211 - Total qty is greater than the original qty; check inspected qty values ?

  The SAP error message MSR_INSP_MESSAGES211 indicates that the total quantity of items being inspected exceeds the original quantity that was recorded in the system. This typically occurs during the inspection process in Quality Management (QM) when the system checks the quantities of inspected items against the original quantities.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The most common cause is a mistake in data entry where the inspected quantity is incorrectly entered as greater than the original quantity.
  Multiple Inspection Lots: If multiple inspection lots are being processed, the total quantity from all lots may exceed the original quantity.
  Partial Inspections: If partial inspections are being recorded, the sum of the inspected quantities may inadvertently exceed the original quantity.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the inspection process is configured in the system, leading to discrepancies in quantity calculations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Input Data: Check the quantities entered for the inspection lot. Ensure that the total inspected quantity does not exceed the original quantity.
  Review Inspection Lots: If multiple inspection lots are involved, review each lot to ensure that the quantities are correctly recorded and that they do not cumulatively exceed the original quantity.
  Adjust Quantities: If an error is found, adjust the inspected quantities to reflect the correct values. This may involve correcting the inspection lot or re-entering the data.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling inspection lots and quantities.
  Check Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the configuration settings related to the Quality Management module.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like QA32 (for displaying inspection lots) or QA11 (for recording inspection results) to review and correct the data.
  Quality Management Module: Familiarize yourself with the Quality Management processes in SAP, including how inspection lots are created and managed.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in the inspection process are adequately trained to minimize data entry errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the quantities in the inspection process are accurately reflected in the system.