How To Fix MSR_SD022 - Quantity of subitem &1 bigger than BOM component quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSR_SD - Multistep returns

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Quantity of subitem &1 bigger than BOM component quantity

What causes this issue?

The quantity entered for the subitem &V1& is bigger than the quantity
determined at the BOM explosion. This is not allowed.

System Response

The system does not allow this entry. You cannot save the returns order.

How to fix this error?

Reduce the quantity of the relevant subitem.

What causes this issue?

For sub-items of a bill of material (BOM), return quantity cannot exceed
their defined component quantity.

How to fix this error?

Enter a smaller return quantity for this item.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSR_SD022 - Quantity of subitem &1 bigger than BOM component quantity ?

  The SAP error message MSR_SD022 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the quantity of a subitem and the quantity of the corresponding Bill of Materials (BOM) component. Specifically, it means that the quantity of the subitem being processed is greater than the quantity available for the BOM component.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect BOM Configuration: The BOM may not be configured correctly, leading to an incorrect quantity being defined for the components.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the quantities for the subitem or the BOM component.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data for the components may not be set up correctly, affecting the quantities.
  Sales Order or Delivery Issues: If this error occurs during sales order processing or delivery, it may be due to incorrect quantities being specified in the sales order or delivery document.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOM Configuration: Review the BOM for the relevant material to ensure that the quantities for each component are correctly defined. You can do this using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM).
  Verify Subitem Quantity: Check the quantity of the subitem being processed. Ensure that it does not exceed the quantity defined in the BOM for the corresponding component.
  Correct Data Entry: If there was an error in entering the quantities, correct the entries in the sales order or delivery document.
  Review Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data for the components is accurate and up to date. You can check this using transaction code MM03 (Display Material).
  Consult with Production or Planning Teams: If the issue persists, consult with the production or planning teams to ensure that the BOM and related data are aligned with the production requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS03: Display BOM
  MM03: Display Material
  VA03: Display Sales Order
  VL03N: Display Outbound Delivery
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to BOM management and sales order processing for further insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.