How To Fix N2M102 - The quantity entered for batch number &1 is too high

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 102

• Message text: The quantity entered for batch number &1 is too high

What causes this issue?

You entered a quantity of &V2& &V3& for batch number &V1&.

System Response

Because of the specified associations, a maximum quantity of &V4& &V3&
can be entered for batch number &V1&.

How to fix this error?

Change the quantity you entered.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message N2M102 - The quantity entered for batch number &1 is too high ?

  The SAP error message N2M102 indicates that the quantity entered for a specific batch number exceeds the available quantity in stock. This error typically occurs during inventory management processes, such as goods movements, stock transfers, or when performing inventory counts.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Stock: The most common cause is that the quantity you are trying to process for the specified batch number is greater than the quantity that is currently available in stock.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, the system checks the available quantity for the specific batch, and if the requested quantity exceeds what is available, this error will be triggered.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a possibility of entering the wrong quantity due to a typographical error or misunderstanding of the required quantity.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Available Stock: Verify the available stock for the batch number in question. You can do this by using transaction codes like MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks on Hand) or MB1A (Goods Withdrawal) to see the current stock levels.
  Adjust Quantity: If the quantity you entered is indeed too high, adjust it to a value that is less than or equal to the available stock for that batch.
  Batch Confirmation: Ensure that the batch number you are using is correct and that it is the one you intend to work with. You can check batch details using transaction code MSC3N (Display Batch).
  Stock Replenishment: If you need to process a higher quantity than what is available, consider replenishing stock for that batch or using a different batch that has sufficient quantity.
  Review Batch Management Settings: If you are frequently encountering this issue, review your batch management settings and processes to ensure they align with your inventory management practices.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A, MB52, MSC3N, and MB5B (Batch Stocks) for managing and reviewing stock levels.
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in your SAP system, including how batches are created, managed, and how stock levels are tracked.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in inventory management are trained on proper data entry practices and the implications of batch management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the N2M102 error and ensure that your inventory management processes run smoothly.