How To Fix N2M067 - The new association quantity of 0 is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: N2M - Global Trade: Item Category Management

• Message number: 067

• Message text: The new association quantity of 0 is not permitted

What causes this issue?

For an existing association, you have set the associated quantity to 0
and by doing so want to delete the association.

System Response

You can only delete an association using the relevant pushbutton.
Processing of the association is terminated.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message N2M067 - The new association quantity of 0 is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message N2M067, which states "The new association quantity of 0 is not permitted," typically occurs in the context of managing materials or inventory in SAP, particularly when dealing with the association of materials to a specific process or transaction.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when you attempt to associate a material with a quantity of zero. In many SAP processes, a quantity of zero is not valid because it does not represent a meaningful or actionable amount of inventory or material. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Trying to create or update a material document with a quantity of zero.
  Attempting to associate a material to a production order, delivery, or other transactions where a positive quantity is expected.
  Issues with the configuration of the material master data or the transaction settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the N2M067 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Quantity: Ensure that the quantity you are trying to associate is greater than zero. If you intended to associate a specific quantity, verify that it is correctly entered.
  
  
  Review Transaction Data: Look at the transaction or document you are working with. Make sure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the quantity is appropriate for the context.
  
  
  Material Master Data: Check the material master data for the item you are working with. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that there are no restrictions or settings that would prevent a valid quantity from being processed.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction you are working with. There may be specific requirements or configurations that need to be addressed.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform the action you are attempting. Sometimes, authorization issues can lead to unexpected errors.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more specific guidance based on your system configuration and the context of the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes (e.g., MIGO, MB1A, etc.) that may be involved in the process you are working on.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering quantities and managing materials in SAP to prevent similar errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.