How To Fix N2M104 - The entered quantity is too small

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 104

• Message text: The entered quantity is too small

What causes this issue?

You entered a quantity of &V1& &V2&.

System Response

Because of the associations specified, the entered quantity must be at
least &V3& &V2&.

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 N2M104 - The entered quantity is too small ?

  The SAP error message N2M104, which states "The entered quantity is too small," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material movements. This error indicates that the quantity you are trying to enter for a transaction (such as a goods movement, stock transfer, or inventory adjustment) is below the minimum allowable quantity defined in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Minimum Quantity Settings: The material may have a minimum quantity defined in its master data, which is not being met by the quantity you are trying to enter.
  Batch Management: If the material is batch-managed, there may be specific batch-related restrictions that require a minimum quantity.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the material management module may enforce minimum quantity rules for certain transactions.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may have specific rules regarding minimum quantities that must be adhered to.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the specific material to see if there is a minimum quantity defined. You can do this by navigating to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and checking the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, or Sales).
  
  
  Adjust Quantity: If the quantity you are trying to enter is indeed below the minimum, adjust it to meet or exceed the minimum requirement.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you have access, check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to inventory management and material movements. This may require assistance from a system administrator or SAP consultant.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding minimum quantity requirements for specific materials or transactions.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MIGO (Goods Movement), and MB1A (Goods Withdrawal) to navigate through the system effectively.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to material data or perform the transaction you are attempting.
  Training: If you frequently encounter this error, consider additional training on SAP inventory management processes to better understand the system's requirements and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the N2M104 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.