How To Fix OPS_SE_COMMON029 - Quantity is greater than issued quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OPS_SE_COMMON -

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Quantity is greater than issued quantity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OPS_SE_COMMON029 - Quantity is greater than issued quantity ?

  The SAP error message OPS_SE_COMMON029, which states "Quantity is greater than issued quantity," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or production planning when a user attempts to process a transaction that involves quantities that exceed what has been issued or available.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises in the following scenarios:
  
  
  Excess Quantity in Transaction: The user is trying to post a transaction (like a goods movement, production order confirmation, or stock transfer) with a quantity that exceeds the quantity that has been issued or is available in stock.
  
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the quantity entered by the user, either due to a typographical error or misunderstanding of the available stock.
  
  
  Stock Availability Issues: The system may not have updated the stock levels correctly due to previous transactions not being posted or completed.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or the movement types that govern how quantities are managed in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Issued Quantity: Verify the quantity that has been issued for the relevant material. You can do this by checking the material document or the production order to see how much has been issued.
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Quantity: If the quantity you are trying to post is indeed greater than what has been issued, adjust the quantity in your transaction to match the issued quantity or the available stock.
  
  
  Review Stock Levels: Use transaction codes like MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks on Hand) or MMBE (Stock Overview) to check the current stock levels for the material in question.
  
  
  Confirm Previous Transactions: Ensure that all previous transactions related to the material have been completed and posted correctly. If there are any pending transactions, resolve them first.
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team: If you suspect that the issue may be related to system configuration, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings for the material and movement types.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A, MB1B, CO11N, and CO15 for various goods movements and confirmations.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on proper data entry and understanding of stock management processes to minimize errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.