How To Fix OB117 - Maximum quantity cannot be less than the top-up quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OB - IS-OIL Downstream TDP messages

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Maximum quantity cannot be less than the top-up quantity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OB117 - Maximum quantity cannot be less than the top-up quantity ?

  The SAP error message OB117, "Maximum quantity cannot be less than the top-up quantity," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material requirements planning (MRP) when dealing with stock levels, reorder points, or similar settings. This error indicates that the maximum quantity set for a particular item is less than the quantity that is required to be added (the top-up quantity).
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The maximum quantity defined for a material or product in the system is set lower than the top-up quantity that is needed to replenish stock.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings in the material master or the planning parameters may not align with the business requirements or actual stock levels.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the maximum quantity or the top-up quantity during configuration or data entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the affected item and check the maximum quantity and top-up quantity settings.
  Ensure that the maximum quantity is greater than or equal to the top-up quantity.
  
  
  
  Adjust Maximum Quantity:
  
  If the maximum quantity is indeed less than the top-up quantity, update the maximum quantity to a value that is greater than or equal to the top-up quantity.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Parameters:
  
  Review the planning parameters in the MRP settings to ensure they are correctly configured according to your business needs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on how to adjust these settings in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test run to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) to modify material master data or MD02 (Single-item, single-level MRP) to run MRP for specific items.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to material master data or MRP settings.
  Documentation: Check SAP Notes or the SAP Help Portal for any specific notes related to this error message, as there may be updates or patches that address similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in inventory management or MRP within SAP.