How To Fix MY254 - Qty invoiced cannot be greater than receipt qty

MY254 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MY - Messages for Balance Sheet Valuation(Low.Val.Det./LIFO/FIFO)

• Message number: 254

• Message text: Qty invoiced cannot be greater than receipt qty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MY254 - Qty invoiced cannot be greater than receipt qty ?

  The SAP error message MY254 ("Qty invoiced cannot be greater than receipt qty") typically occurs during the invoicing process in the Materials Management (MM) module when the quantity being invoiced exceeds the quantity that was received. This error is common in scenarios involving purchase orders, goods receipts, and invoice verification.
  
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Quantities: The quantity you are trying to invoice is greater than the quantity that was received and recorded in the system.
  Partial Deliveries: If a purchase order allows for partial deliveries, and you are trying to invoice for a quantity that exceeds what has been delivered.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Manual entry errors when inputting the invoice quantity.
  Goods Receipt Not Posted: If the goods receipt for the purchase order has not been posted or has been posted incorrectly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Goods Receipt: Verify the goods receipt for the purchase order. Ensure that the quantity received matches what you are trying to invoice.
  
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