How To Fix PMMO_DISTRIBUTION014 - Overassigned purchase order &1: assigned/ordered &2 / &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PMMO_DISTRIBUTION - Messages for Distribution in PMMO

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Overassigned purchase order &1: assigned/ordered &2 / &3 &4

What causes this issue?

The purchase order &V1& has a total assigned quantity &V2& &V4& that is
greater than that of its
<DS:DE.PMMO_TOTAL_ORDER_QTY_D>total order quantity &V3& &V4&.</>
The total assigned quantity of a purchase order is calculated by
totaling the
<DS:DE.PMMO_ASSGDQTY_D>allocated quantities</>,
<DS:DE.PMMO_EXCESS_QUANTITY_D>excess quantities</>,
<DS:DE.PMMO_SCRAP_QUANTITY_D>scrap quantities
,</> and
<DS:DE.PMMO_LOSS_QUANTITY_D>lost quantities</> stored in the pegging
assignments of the order.

System Response

The costs will not be distributed for overassigned purchase orders.

How to fix this error?

Correct the pegging assignments for the purchase order &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PMMO_DISTRIBUTION014 - Overassigned purchase order &1: assigned/ordered &2 / &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message PMMO_DISTRIBUTION014 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a purchase order in the context of materials management, specifically related to overassignment. This error typically arises when the total quantity assigned to a purchase order exceeds the quantity that has been ordered or is available.
  Cause:
  The error message can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  
  Overassignment of Quantities: The total quantity assigned to the purchase order exceeds the ordered quantity. For example, if you have ordered 100 units but have assigned 120 units, this error will occur.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or purchasing info records that lead to discrepancies in quantity assignments.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the creation or modification of purchase orders can lead to incorrect quantities being assigned.
  
  
  System Bugs or Inconsistencies: Occasionally, bugs or inconsistencies in the SAP system can lead to erroneous calculations or data displays.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PMMO_DISTRIBUTION014 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Purchase Order Quantities:
  
  Review the purchase order in question and verify the ordered quantity against the assigned quantity.
  Ensure that the total assigned quantity does not exceed the ordered quantity.
  
  
  
  Adjust Assignments:
  
  If the assigned quantity is indeed higher than the ordered quantity, adjust the assignments to ensure they are within the limits of the ordered quantity.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master and Info Records:
  
  Check the material master data and purchasing info records for any discrepancies that might affect the assignment of quantities.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Support Team:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or technical team to investigate further. They can check for any underlying system issues or bugs.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on proper data entry and management practices to minimize the risk of similar errors in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to review and modify purchase orders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Manuals: Refer to SAP user manuals or help documentation for guidance on managing purchase orders and understanding error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.