How To Fix PPH_FCDM004 - Withdrawal quantity is higher than desired quantity for period date &1

PPH_FCDM004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPH_FCDM - Forecast Demand Messages

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Withdrawal quantity is higher than desired quantity for period date &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPH_FCDM004 - Withdrawal quantity is higher than desired quantity for period date &1 ?

  The SAP error message PPH_FCDM004 indicates that the withdrawal quantity specified in a production or planning process exceeds the desired quantity for a given period. This error typically arises in the context of production planning, material management, or inventory management within SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Excess Withdrawal Quantity: The quantity you are trying to withdraw from inventory or production is greater than what is allowed or planned for that specific period.
  Incorrect Planning Data: The desired quantity for the period may not have been set correctly in the planning data or production order.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the withdrawal quantity was incorrectly specified.
  Stock Availability: The system may be configured to prevent withdrawals that exceed the planned or available stock for a specific time frame.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Desired Quantity: Review the desired quantity for the specified period. Ensure that it is set correctly in the planning or production order.
  Adjust Withdrawal