How To Fix OIJ_NOM517 - Total scheduled qty. &1 &2 exceeds tolerance limits of ref.doc.qty.&3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIJ_NOM - TSW - Nominaition message class

• Message number: 517

• Message text: Total scheduled qty. &1 &2 exceeds tolerance limits of ref.doc.qty.&3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIJ_NOM517 - Total scheduled qty. &1 &2 exceeds tolerance limits of ref.doc.qty.&3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message OIJ_NOM517 indicates that the total scheduled quantity exceeds the tolerance limits set for the reference document quantity. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Oil and Gas (OIJ) when dealing with operations related to scheduling and inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  Tolerance Limits: The system has predefined tolerance limits for scheduled quantities in relation to the reference document (like a purchase order, production order, etc.). If the total scheduled quantity exceeds these limits, the error is triggered.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during scheduling or planning can lead to quantities that exceed the allowed limits.
  Configuration Issues: The tolerance limits may not be configured correctly in the system, leading to unexpected errors.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Scheduled Quantities: Check the total scheduled quantity against the reference document quantity. Ensure that the scheduled quantity is within the allowed tolerance limits.
  Adjust Tolerance Limits: If the business process requires higher tolerance limits, consider adjusting the configuration in the system. This can usually be done by a system administrator or someone with the appropriate authorization.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the quantities in the relevant documents and try the operation again.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or configuration guides related to tolerance limits for scheduled quantities to ensure that the settings align with business requirements.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as OIJ transaction codes for scheduling and inventory management.
  Configuration Settings: Look into the configuration settings for tolerance limits in the SAP system, which can usually be found in the customizing (SPRO) area.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the operation has the necessary roles and authorizations to make changes to scheduled quantities or tolerance limits.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.