How To Fix N2M166 - The association quantity cannot be changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 166

• Message text: The association quantity cannot be changed

What causes this issue?

It is not possible to change the association quantity as you requested.
This is because the open quantity in current item &v1& &v2& &v3& has
the negative value &v4&.

System Response

The change cannot made in the system.

How to fix this error?

Correct your entry.

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 N2M166 - The association quantity cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message N2M166, "The association quantity cannot be changed," typically occurs in the context of managing materials or inventory in SAP, particularly when dealing with material associations in the context of production or inventory management.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Locked or Inconsistent Data: The data related to the material or the association might be locked or inconsistent, preventing changes.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured in such a way that certain associations are not allowed to be modified after they have been established.
  Business Logic: There may be business rules in place that restrict changes to the association quantity once it has been set, especially if it is linked to a production order or a specific inventory transaction.
  Status of the Document: The document or transaction you are trying to modify may be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., completed, closed, or in a different processing state).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the N2M166 error, you can try the following steps:
  
  Check Document Status: Ensure that the document or transaction you are trying to modify is in a status that allows changes. If it is completed or closed, you may need to reverse or reopen it.
  Review Configuration Settings: Consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to review the configuration settings related to material associations. There may be specific settings that prevent changes to association quantities.
  Unlock Data: If the data is locked, you may need to unlock it. This can often be done by checking for any ongoing transactions or processes that might be holding a lock on the data.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific notes or guidelines related to the error message N2M166.
  Use Transaction Codes: If applicable, use transaction codes like MB1A, MB1B, or MB1C to check the material documents and see if there are any inconsistencies or issues that need to be addressed.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting or managing material associations.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the material associations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.