How To Fix N2M148 - Quantity for association cross-reference is zero

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 148

• Message text: Quantity for association cross-reference is zero

What causes this issue?

You want to flag the association as cross-referenced.

System Response

If an association is to be flagged as cross-referenced, it must have a
quantity that is relevant for cross-referencing. You selected an
association for which this quantity is initial.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message N2M148 - Quantity for association cross-reference is zero ?

  The SAP error message N2M148, which states "Quantity for association cross-reference is zero," typically occurs in the context of materials management or inventory management within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an issue with the quantity associated with a cross-reference in the system, which is often related to the handling of materials or inventory items.
  Cause:
  
  
  Zero Quantity: The primary cause of this error is that the system is trying to process a transaction (like a goods movement, inventory adjustment, or similar) where the quantity for a specific material or item is zero. This can happen if:
  
  The item was not properly received or recorded.
  There is a mismatch in the expected quantity versus the actual quantity.
  The item has been marked for deletion or is inactive.
  
  
  
  Cross-Reference Issues: The error may also arise from issues with cross-references in the material master data, where the system expects a certain quantity to be associated with a specific cross-reference but finds it to be zero.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Verify the material master data for the item in question. Ensure that the cross-references are correctly set up and that the quantities are accurately reflected.
  
  
  Review Transactions: Look at the recent transactions related to the material. Check if there were any goods receipts, issues, or adjustments that might have affected the quantity.
  
  
  Adjust Quantities: If the quantity is indeed zero and should not be, you may need to adjust the inventory or perform a goods movement to correct the quantity.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling cross-references and inventory management.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MMBE (Stock Overview), MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), and MB1B (Transfer Posting) to help diagnose and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the transactions related to the material in question, as permission issues can sometimes lead to unexpected errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the N2M148 error and implement a solution to resolve it.