How To Fix MW377 - &1. Please enter the quantity of the generic material to be allocated.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 377

• Message text: &1. Please enter the quantity of the generic material to be allocated.

What causes this issue?

You selected the two-step method for distributing quantities of a
generic material. This method involves the total quantity of the
generic material being distributed based on
<DS:GLOS.352A8D3BD3895CD5E10000009B38F974>quota scales</> maintained
for <DS:GLOS.352A8D36D3895CD5E10000009B38F974>value scales</>. Value
scales can be created for the variant-creating characteristics of a
generic material.
This method requires you to enter a particular quantity of a generic
material to be distributed.

System Response

No distribution possible.

How to fix this error?

Enter a quantity of the generic material you want to distribute using
the two-step method.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW377 - &1. Please enter the quantity of the generic material to be allocated. ?

  The SAP error message MW377 typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material allocation processes. The message indicates that the system requires a quantity to be specified for a generic material that is being allocated, but this quantity has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Quantity Input: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not entered a quantity for the generic material in the relevant transaction or screen.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or the allocation process that leads to the system not recognizing the quantity.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the quantity or may have entered it in an incorrect format.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Quantity: The immediate solution is to ensure that you enter a valid quantity for the generic material in the relevant field. Make sure that the quantity is a positive number and is in the correct unit of measure.
  Check Material Master: Verify that the material master data for the generic material is correctly configured. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out and that the material is set up for allocation.
  Review Transaction Steps: Go through the steps of the transaction you are performing to ensure that you are not missing any required fields. Sometimes, the error can occur if the process is not followed correctly.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction you are using to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to inventory management, such as MIGO (Goods Movement), MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), or others.
  Material Types: Ensure that the material type of the generic material allows for allocation and that it is not restricted in any way.
  User Roles and Permissions: Check if the user has the necessary permissions to perform the allocation for the material in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MW377 error and successfully allocate the quantity for the generic material.