How To Fix PK080 - Trigger quantity is greater than quantity per kanban container

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Trigger quantity is greater than quantity per kanban container

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK080 - Trigger quantity is greater than quantity per kanban container ?

  The SAP error message PK080, which states "Trigger quantity is greater than quantity per kanban container," typically occurs in the context of Kanban processing within SAP's production planning and control module. This error indicates that the trigger quantity set for a Kanban signal exceeds the quantity that can be held in a single Kanban container.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The trigger quantity for the Kanban signal is set higher than the maximum capacity of the Kanban container.
  Incorrect Master Data: The material master or Kanban configuration may have incorrect values for the container capacity or trigger quantity.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the Kanban system may not be aligned with the actual production or consumption needs.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Kanban Configuration:
  
  Go to the Kanban configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: PK01 or PK02).
  Check the settings for the Kanban container and ensure that the quantity per container is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Adjust Trigger Quantity:
  
  If the trigger quantity is indeed set too high, adjust it to a value that is less than or equal to the quantity per Kanban container.
  This can be done in the Kanban master data settings.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Verify the material master data for the relevant material (Transaction code: MM03).
  Ensure that the Kanban settings, including the container capacity, are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult with Production Planning Team:
  
  If there are discrepancies in the planning parameters, consult with the production planning team to align the Kanban settings with actual production needs.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, test the Kanban process to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Kanban Process: Kanban is a scheduling system for lean manufacturing and just-in-time manufacturing. It helps manage inventory levels and production flow.
  SAP Transactions: Familiarize yourself with relevant SAP transactions such as PK01 (Create Kanban), PK02 (Change Kanban), and PK03 (Display Kanban) for managing Kanban settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring and managing Kanban systems in SAP.
  
  By addressing the configuration and data issues leading to the PK080 error, you can ensure a smoother operation of the Kanban process within your SAP environment.