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

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 the available stock.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Available Stock: Verify the current stock levels in the specified storage location using transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) or MB52 (List of Warehouse Stocks on Hand).
  Adjust Quantity: If the quantity entered is indeed too high, adjust it to a value that is within the available stock limits.
  Review Storage Location Settings: Check the configuration settings for the storage location to ensure that there are no restrictions that would prevent the entry of the desired quantity.
  Check for Reservations: Look for any existing reservations or open purchase orders that may be affecting the available stock in that storage location.
  Consult with Inventory Management Team: If you are unsure about the stock levels or restrictions, consult with your inventory management or warehouse team for clarification.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MMBE, MB52, MB1A, MB1B, and MB1C for managing inventory and stock movements.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on inventory management and stock handling.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform the transaction you are attempting, as restrictions may also be role-based.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.