How To Fix O3157 - All quantities are zero

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 157

• Message text: All quantities are zero

What causes this issue?

All the additional quantities for this item are zero.

System Response

The system does not display the Quantity Conversion Interface (QCI)
dialog box if all the additional quantities are zero.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O3157 - All quantities are zero ?

  The SAP error message O3157 "All quantities are zero" typically occurs in the context of inventory management or logistics when trying to process a transaction that involves quantities, such as goods movements, inventory counts, or order processing. This error indicates that the system has detected that all the quantities involved in the transaction are zero, which is not valid for the operation being performed.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have entered zero quantities for items in a transaction where at least one item should have a non-zero quantity.
  Incomplete Document: The document being processed may not have been fully populated with the necessary data, leading to all quantities being defaulted to zero.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are causing the quantities to be calculated incorrectly.
  Batch Input Issues: If the transaction is being processed through batch input or a program, there may be an issue with the data being passed to the transaction.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Data: Review the transaction data to ensure that at least one item has a non-zero quantity. Correct any entries where quantities are mistakenly set to zero.
  Complete the Document: Ensure that all required fields in the document are filled out correctly before processing.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to check if there are any settings that might be affecting quantity calculations.
  Debugging: If you are familiar with debugging in SAP, you can analyze the program or transaction to see where the quantities are being set to zero.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific transaction codes or processes to ensure compliance with expected input formats.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to inventory management, such as MIGO (Goods Movement), MI01 (Physical Inventory Document), or others.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering quantities in SAP to minimize the occurrence of this error.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.