How To Fix O3059 - Gross weight recalculated to & &; previous value was & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O3 - IS-Oil: HPM messages (goods movements, QCI, deliveries)

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Gross weight recalculated to & &; previous value was & &

What causes this issue?

The gross weight was recalculated in the QCI (Quantity Conversion
Interface).

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check the calculated and replaced gross weight and change the value, if
necessary.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O3059 - Gross weight recalculated to & &; previous value was & & ?

  The SAP error message O3059 indicates that the gross weight of a material or product has been recalculated, and the new value differs from the previous one. This message typically arises in the context of inventory management, material management, or during the processing of goods movements.
  Cause:
  
  Changes in Material Master Data: The gross weight may have been changed in the material master data, which can trigger a recalculation.
  Unit of Measure Changes: If there are changes in the unit of measure or conversion factors, it can lead to a recalculation of the gross weight.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, changes in batch characteristics can also affect the gross weight.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in configuration settings related to weight calculations or material handling can lead to this error.
  Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistencies in the data between different documents (like purchase orders, sales orders, etc.) can also cause this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Material Master Data: Check the material master data for the affected material to ensure that the gross weight is correctly maintained.
  Check Unit of Measure Settings: Verify the unit of measure settings and conversion factors to ensure they are correctly defined.
  Batch Characteristics: If batch management is used, check the characteristics of the batches to ensure they are consistent with the expected gross weight.
  Reprocess the Document: If the error occurred during a specific transaction (like goods receipt or goods issue), try to reprocess the document after making necessary corrections.
  Consult Configuration Settings: If there have been recent changes in configuration, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings are correct.
  SAP Notes and Support: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), ME23N (Display Purchase Order), or MB51 (Material Document List) to investigate the material and related documents.
  Weight Calculation: Understand how SAP calculates gross weight, which typically includes net weight plus packaging weight.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to material management and weight calculations for more detailed guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the O3059 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.