How To Fix N2M293 - Changing the quantity is not allowed. Minimum quantity: &2 &4

N2M293 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 293

• Message text: Changing the quantity is not allowed. Minimum quantity: &2 &4

What causes this issue?

You want to change the quantity of item &V1&.

System Response

The item belongs to a pre-trading contract. The item has associations
and called-off follow-on items. For this reason, the item must have a
minimum quantity of &V2& &V4&. However, you only entered &V3& &V4&.
You cannot change the quantity.

How to fix this error?

Correct 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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message N2M293 - Changing the quantity is not allowed. Minimum quantity: &2 &4 ?

  The SAP error message N2M293, which states "Changing the quantity is not allowed. Minimum quantity: &2 &4," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material movements within the SAP system. This error indicates that the quantity you are trying to change is below the minimum quantity allowed for the specific operation or transaction.
  
  Cause:
  
  Minimum Quantity Requirement: The system has a defined minimum quantity for the material or operation you are trying to perform. This could be due to business rules, safety stock levels, or other constraints set in the system.
  Configuration Settings: The minimum quantity might be configured in the material master data or in the specific transaction settings.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may have restrictions on the quantities that can be processed, especially in cases of stock transfers, goods issues, or production orders.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Minimum Quantity: Review the minimum quantity requirement for the material in question. You can do