How To Fix MY291 - Field overflow receipt value for material & & in period & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 291

• Message text: Field overflow receipt value for material & & in period & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MY291 - Field overflow receipt value for material & & in period & & ?

  The SAP error message MY291, which states "Field overflow receipt value for material & & in period & &," typically occurs during the processing of inventory transactions, particularly when dealing with material movements or goods receipts. This error indicates that the system has encountered a value that exceeds the allowed limits for a specific field, often related to the quantity or value of materials being processed.
  Causes:
  
  
  Exceeding Field Limits: The most common cause is that the quantity or value of the goods receipt exceeds the maximum limit defined for the field in the database. This can happen if large quantities are being processed or if there are issues with the unit of measure conversions.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the material master or in the settings for inventory management that lead to incorrect calculations or data handling.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the goods receipt process can lead to values that are not valid or exceed the defined limits.
  
  
  Currency Issues: If the transaction involves currency conversion, discrepancies in exchange rates or incorrect currency settings can lead to overflow errors.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the affected material. Ensure that the settings for units of measure, valuation classes, and other relevant fields are correctly configured.
  
  
  Review Transaction Values: Check the values being entered during the goods receipt process. Ensure that they are within acceptable limits and that there are no data entry errors.
  
  
  Adjust Field Lengths: If the business process requires handling larger quantities or values, consider adjusting the field lengths in the database, if feasible. This may require development work and should be done with caution.
  
  
  Batch Processing: If processing large quantities, consider breaking the transaction into smaller batches to avoid exceeding field limits.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases patches and updates that can resolve known issues.
  
  
  Testing in Development Environment: If changes are made to configuration or data handling, test these changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MIGO (Goods Movement) and MB1A (Goods Withdrawal) to understand where the error is occurring.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material management and inventory processes.
  User Forums and Communities: Engage with SAP user communities or forums where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in SAP MM (Materials Management) for further investigation.