How To Fix PMMO_DISTRIBUTION016 - Overassigned production 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: 016

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

What causes this issue?

The production 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 production 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 production orders.

How to fix this error?

Correct the pegging assignments for the production 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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PMMO_DISTRIBUTION016 - Overassigned production order &1: assigned/ordered &2 / &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message PMMO_DISTRIBUTION016 indicates that a production order has been overassigned. This means that the total quantity assigned to the production order exceeds the quantity that was originally ordered. The message typically includes the following details:
  
  &1: The production order number.
  &2: The quantity that has been assigned to the production order.
  &3: The originally ordered quantity.
  &4: Additional information, which may include the unit of measure.
  
  Cause
  The overassignment can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Incorrect Assignment: More components or resources have been assigned to the production order than what was originally planned.
  Manual Adjustments: Manual changes to the production order or its components that exceed the ordered quantity.
  System Errors: Issues in the system configuration or bugs that lead to incorrect calculations or assignments.
  Multiple Assignments: If multiple users are working on the same production order simultaneously, it may lead to overassignments.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the PMMO_DISTRIBUTION016 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Production Order: Check the production order details to verify the assigned quantities against the ordered quantities. You can do this in the SAP GUI by navigating to the production order transaction (e.g., CO02).
  
  
  Adjust Assignments: If you find that the assigned quantity exceeds the ordered quantity, you will need to adjust the assignments. This can involve:
  
  Reducing the quantity of components assigned to the production order.
  Ensuring that the total assigned quantity matches the ordered quantity.
  
  
  
  Check for Manual Changes: If there were any manual changes made to the production order, review those changes to ensure they are valid and do not lead to overassignment.
  
  
  Consult with Team Members: If multiple users are working on the same order, coordinate with your team to ensure that no one else is making conflicting changes.
  
  
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check the system configuration or consult with your SAP support team to identify any underlying issues that may be causing the overassignment.
  
  
  Documentation: Document any changes made and the reasons for those changes to maintain a clear record for future reference.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO02 (Change Production Order), CO03 (Display Production Order), and CO11 (Confirm Production Order).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Manuals: Refer to user manuals or training materials for guidance on managing production orders effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PMMO_DISTRIBUTION016 error and ensure that your production orders are correctly assigned.