How To Fix RU354 - Order &1: Quantity must be positive for By-Products.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

• Message number: 354

• Message text: Order &1: Quantity must be positive for By-Products.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RU354 - Order &1: Quantity must be positive for By-Products. ?

  The SAP error message RU354 indicates that there is an issue with the quantity of by-products in a production order. Specifically, it states that the quantity must be positive for by-products. This error typically occurs in the context of production planning and execution, particularly when dealing with by-products in a manufacturing process.
  Cause:
  
  Negative or Zero Quantity: The most common cause of this error is that the quantity specified for the by-product in the production order is either zero or negative. By-products must have a positive quantity to be valid in the context of the order.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the material master or the production order itself, where the by-product is not set up correctly.
  Data Entry Error: A user may have inadvertently entered an incorrect quantity during the creation or modification of the production order.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Production Order: Review the production order in question and ensure that the quantity for the by-product is set to a positive value. You can do this by navigating to the production order in SAP and checking the by-product details.
  Modify the Quantity: If the quantity is zero or negative, update it to a positive value. This can usually be done in the order details screen where by-products are defined.
  Review Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data for the by-product is correctly configured. Check the settings related to by-products in the material master to ensure they are set up to allow for positive quantities.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct values or settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance on how to properly configure by-products in your specific environment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CO02 (Change Production Order) or CO03 (Display Production Order) to access and modify production orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to by-products and production orders.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to modify production orders and by-product quantities.
  Training and Documentation: It may be beneficial to provide training for users on how to correctly enter and manage by-products in production orders to prevent similar errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RU354 error and ensure that by-products are correctly accounted for in your production processes.