How To Fix MW029 - &1 order qty reduced from &2 to &3

MW029 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MW - Messages IS-R / Allocation Tables

• Message number: 029

• Message text: &1 order qty reduced from &2 to &3

What causes this issue?

If you <DS:DE.BSTMG_RED>reduce the order quantity</>, less is ordered
from the vendor than is to be later distributed among the stores. The
remaining quantity will have to be covered by stock on-hand.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check that the reduced order quantity is correct.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW029 - &1 order qty reduced from &2 to &3 ?

  The SAP error message MW029 indicates that the order quantity for a material has been reduced from a specified quantity to a lower quantity. This typically occurs in the context of inventory management and order processing, particularly when dealing with stock levels, availability, or allocation issues.
  
  Cause:
  
  Stock Shortage: The most common cause is that there is not enough stock available to fulfill the original order quantity. The system automatically reduces the order quantity to match the available stock.
  Allocation Issues: If the material is allocated to other orders or production processes, the system may reduce the quantity to ensure that the available stock is distributed appropriately.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, the system may reduce the order quantity if the required batch is not available in the desired quantity.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the material master or in the order type may lead to automatic adjustments of order quantities based