How To Fix PPELUICUST014 - The minimum lot size must be smaller than the maximum lot size

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPELUICUST - Messages for Maintaining Profiles in the iPPE WB Express

• Message number: 014

• Message text: The minimum lot size must be smaller than the maximum lot size

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPELUICUST014 - The minimum lot size must be smaller than the maximum lot size ?

  The SAP error message PPELUICUST014 indicates that there is an issue with the lot size configuration in the system. Specifically, it means that the minimum lot size defined for a particular production process or material is greater than or equal to the maximum lot size, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Error: The minimum lot size and maximum lot size settings in the material master or production planning settings are incorrectly configured.
  Data Entry Mistake: During the setup of the material or production process, incorrect values may have been entered for the minimum and maximum lot sizes.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may have inconsistencies or errors that need to be corrected.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check and correct the lot size settings in the relevant configuration. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Access Material Master:
  
  Go to transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM03 (Display Material).
  Enter the material number that is causing the error.
  Navigate to the MRP (Material Requirements Planning) view.
  
  
  
  Check Lot Size Settings:
  
  Look for the fields related to Minimum Lot Size and Maximum Lot Size.
  Ensure that the minimum lot size is less than the maximum lot size. If it is not, adjust the values accordingly.
  
  
  
  Check Production Version (if applicable):
  
  If the material is linked to a production version, check the production version settings in transaction code C202.
  Ensure that the lot sizes defined in the production version are also correct.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes.
  
  
  Test the Configuration: Try to execute the process that was causing the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Lot Size Types: Understand the different types of lot sizes in SAP, such as fixed lot size, variable lot size, and minimum/maximum lot sizes.
  Production Planning: Familiarize yourself with the production planning settings in SAP, as they can affect how lot sizes are managed.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on configuring lot sizes and production planning settings.
  
  If the issue persists after making the necessary changes, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.