How To Fix N2M158 - The quantity entered for storage location &1 and batch no. &2 is too high

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 158

• Message text: The quantity entered for storage location &1 and batch no. &2 is too high

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

Because of the specified association, a maximum of &V4& can be entered
for storage location &V1& and batch number &V2&.

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 N2M158 - The quantity entered for storage location &1 and batch no. &2 is too high ?

  The SAP error message N2M158 indicates that the quantity entered for a specific storage location and batch number exceeds the available stock. This error typically occurs during inventory management processes, such as goods movements, stock transfers, or when trying to post a goods receipt.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Stock: The most common cause is that the quantity you are trying to enter for the specified storage location and batch number exceeds the available stock in that location.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, the system checks the available stock for the specific batch. If the batch does not have enough stock, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the quantity entered, such as a typographical error.
  Stock Type Restrictions: The stock may be restricted (e.g., quality inspection stock, blocked stock) and not available for the movement you are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Available Stock: Verify the available stock for the specified storage location and batch number using transaction codes like MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks on Hand) or MB1A (Goods Withdrawal).
  Adjust Quantity: If the quantity entered exceeds the available stock, adjust the quantity to match the available stock.
  Review Batch Information: Ensure that the batch number is correct and that it has sufficient stock. You can check batch stock using transaction code MSC3N (Display Batch).
  Check Stock Types: Make sure that the stock is not in a restricted state (e.g., blocked or in quality inspection). You can check this in the stock overview.
  Consult with Inventory Management: If you are unsure about the stock levels or if there are discrepancies, consult with your inventory management team to clarify the stock situation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB52, MB1A, MSC3N, and MB5B (for batch stocks).
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in your SAP system, including how batches are created and managed.
  Stock Overview: Use the stock overview reports to get a comprehensive view of stock levels across different storage locations and batches.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view stock levels and perform the required transactions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the N2M158 error and successfully complete your inventory transaction.