How To Fix QA351 - Quantity greater than actual partial lot quantity. Check your entry.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QA - QM : Inspection lots

• Message number: 351

• Message text: Quantity greater than actual partial lot quantity. Check your entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QA351 - Quantity greater than actual partial lot quantity. Check your entry. ?

  The SAP error message QA351 ("Quantity greater than actual partial lot quantity. Check your entry.") typically occurs during quality inspection processes, particularly when dealing with partial lots in the Quality Management (QM) module. This error indicates that the quantity you are trying to process (e.g., during an inspection lot or a goods movement) exceeds the actual quantity available in the specified partial lot.
  Cause:
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The quantity you are trying to enter for inspection or movement is greater than the quantity that is actually available in the partial lot.
  Incorrect Lot Selection: You may have selected the wrong lot or partial lot that does not contain the quantity you are trying to process.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a simple typographical error in the quantity field.
  System Configuration: There could be issues with how the system is configured to handle partial lots, especially if there are specific settings for lot management.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Quantity: Check the actual quantity available in the partial lot. You can do this by navigating to the inspection lot or the relevant transaction where the lot is managed.
  Adjust Entry: Ensure that the quantity you are entering does not exceed the available quantity in the partial lot. Adjust your entry accordingly.
  Check Lot Details: Review the details of the lot you are working with to ensure you are using the correct lot number and that it is not locked or restricted for some reason.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the process, refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling inspection lots and partial quantities.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to check if there are any configuration issues related to lot management or quality inspection processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA32 (Change Inspection Lot), QA11 (Record Results), and QA12 (Change Inspection Results).
  Quality Management Module: Understanding the QM module and how it interacts with inventory management and production planning can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be updates or fixes available.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in quality management processes are adequately trained on how to handle inspection lots and partial quantities to minimize errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QA351 error and continue with your quality inspection processes in SAP.