How To Fix N2M137 - The new quantity is smaller than the associated quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 137

• Message text: The new quantity is smaller than the associated quantity

What causes this issue?

You want to reduce a quantity to &V1& &V2&. Associations should be
adjusted automatically.

System Response

There are associations with a quantity of &V3& &V2& for the item.

How to fix this error?

If the message is issued as an error, you must correct the quantity you
entered, as the system does not allow a quantity that is smaller than
the associated quantity.
If this message is issued as information, a warning, or success
message, the quantity is accepted. The associations are adjusted
automatically.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message N2M137 - The new quantity is smaller than the associated quantity ?

  The SAP error message N2M137, which states "The new quantity is smaller than the associated quantity," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material movements. This error indicates that you are trying to adjust or change a quantity in a way that violates the existing associations or constraints in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Quantity Adjustment: You are attempting to reduce the quantity of a material or item that is linked to other transactions, such as sales orders, purchase orders, or stock transfers.
  Stock Levels: The system has a minimum stock level or associated quantity that must be maintained, and your adjustment would violate this requirement.
  Open Transactions: There may be open transactions that reference the quantity you are trying to change, preventing you from making the adjustment.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, the error may occur if the batch quantity is being reduced below the quantity that is already allocated or reserved.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Associated Quantities: Check the associated quantities for the material or item in question. Ensure that you are not trying to reduce the quantity below what is currently allocated or reserved.
  Adjust Open Transactions: If there are open transactions (like sales orders or purchase orders) that reference the quantity, you may need to adjust or close those transactions before making changes to the quantity.
  Check Stock Levels: Ensure that your adjustment complies with any minimum stock levels or constraints set in the system.
  Batch Management: If applicable, review the batch management settings and ensure that the batch quantities are correctly managed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the transaction you are performing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., MIGO for goods movements, MB1A for goods issues) that may be involved in the process.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the quantities in question.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.