How To Fix MW131 - Requested quantities will be saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Requested quantities will be saved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW131 - Requested quantities will be saved ?

  The SAP error message MW131 ("Requested quantities will be saved") typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material movements. This message indicates that the system is unable to process a transaction due to issues with the requested quantities, which may not match the available stock or other constraints.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Stock: The requested quantity for a material may exceed the available stock in the system.
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The quantity may be specified in a unit of measure that is not compatible with the stock or the transaction type.
  Batch Management Issues: If the material is batch-managed, there may be issues with batch availability or selection.
  Reservation Conflicts: There may be existing reservations or allocations that conflict with the requested quantities.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the material master or inventory management configuration can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Stock Levels: Verify the available stock for the material in question. Use transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) to check stock levels.
  Adjust Quantities: If the requested quantity exceeds available stock, adjust the quantity to match what is available.
  Review Unit of Measure: Ensure that the unit of measure used in the transaction matches the unit of measure defined in the material master.
  Batch Management: If applicable, check the batch status and ensure that the required batches are available for the transaction.
  Check Reservations: Review any existing reservations or allocations for the material that may be causing conflicts.
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to inventory management and material master data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), MB1B (Transfer Posting), and MB1C (Other Goods Receipts) to understand where the error might be occurring.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed explanations of inventory management processes and error handling.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.