How To Fix NJIT_MSG162 - Delivery Quantity does not meet overdelivery tolerance limit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NJIT_MSG - NJIT Inbound message class

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Delivery Quantity does not meet overdelivery tolerance limit

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NJIT_MSG162 - Delivery Quantity does not meet overdelivery tolerance limit ?

  The SAP error message NJIT_MSG162, which states "Delivery Quantity does not meet overdelivery tolerance limit," typically occurs during the delivery process when the quantity being delivered exceeds the allowed overdelivery tolerance set in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating a delivery or during goods issue processing.
  Cause:
  
  Overdelivery Tolerance Settings: Each material can have specific overdelivery tolerance settings defined in the material master or in the sales order. If the quantity being delivered exceeds this tolerance, the system will trigger this error.
  Sales Order Configuration: The sales order may have been configured with strict tolerance limits, which do not allow for any overdelivery beyond a certain percentage or quantity.
  Delivery Quantity: The quantity specified in the delivery document exceeds the allowed limit based on the sales order or the material master settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Overdelivery Tolerance Settings:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the overdelivery tolerance settings under the sales view.
  Alternatively, check the sales order (transaction code VA03) to see if there are specific tolerance limits set.
  
  
  
  Adjust Delivery Quantity:
  
  If the delivery quantity is indeed higher than allowed, adjust the delivery quantity to meet the tolerance limits. This can be done in the delivery document (transaction code VL02N).
  
  
  
  Modify Tolerance Limits:
  
  If overdelivery is a common requirement for your business process, consider adjusting the overdelivery tolerance limits in the material master or sales order settings. This can be done by:
  
  Changing the settings in the material master (transaction code MM02).
  Adjusting the sales order settings if applicable.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Business Process Owners:
  
  If the tolerance limits need to be changed, consult with relevant stakeholders (e.g., sales, logistics) to ensure that the changes align with business processes and policies.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, check if any custom logic is affecting the delivery process and causing this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding delivery processes and tolerance settings for more detailed guidance.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in the delivery process are trained on how to handle overdelivery situations and understand the implications of changing tolerance limits.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the NJIT_MSG162 error and ensure that your delivery processes run smoothly.