How To Fix N2M157 - The quantity entered for storage location &1 is too high


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 157

  • Message text: The quantity entered for storage location &1 is too high

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  • What causes this issue?

    You entered a quantity of &V2& &V3& for storage location &V1&.

    System Response

    Because of the specified association and the open quantity of the
    association partner, a maximum of &V4& &V3& can be entered for storage
    location &V1&.

    How to fix this error?

    Change the entered quantity.

    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 N2M157 - The quantity entered for storage location &1 is too high ?
    The SAP error message N2M157, which states "The quantity entered for storage location &1 is too high," typically occurs during inventory management or goods movement transactions. This error indicates that the quantity you are trying to enter for a specific storage location exceeds the available stock or the allowed quantity for that location.
    Causes:
    
    Insufficient Stock: The quantity you are trying to enter exceeds the available stock in the specified storage location.
    Stock Restrictions: There may be restrictions on the maximum quantity that can be stored in that location due to configuration settings or business rules.
    Incorrect Unit of Measure: The quantity may be entered in an incorrect unit of measure, leading to a miscalculation of available stock.
    Inventory Management Settings: The settings in the inventory management module may not allow for the quantity you are trying to enter.
    Open Purchase Orders or Reservations: There may be existing reservations or open purchase orders that are consuming

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