How To Fix SA349 - Quantities for ent.type & & & were not saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SA -

• Message number: 349

• Message text: Quantities for ent.type & & & were not saved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SA349 - Quantities for ent.type & & & were not saved ?

  The SAP error message SA349 indicates that there was an issue with saving quantities for a specific document type or entry type. This error typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material document processing, where the system is unable to save the quantities due to various reasons.
  Causes of Error SA349
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as incorrect or missing information in the material document.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action related to the document type.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration problems in the system related to the material management module or the specific document type.
  
  
  Locked Entries: The entries being processed may be locked by another transaction or user, preventing the system from saving the quantities.
  
  
  Batch Management Issues: If batch management is enabled, there may be issues with batch determination or batch status.
  
  
  Quantity Limits: The quantities being processed may exceed predefined limits or thresholds set in the system.
  
  
  Solutions to Error SA349
  
  
  Check Data Consistency: Review the data being entered for any inconsistencies or missing fields. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings for the relevant document type in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide). Ensure that all settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  Unlock Entries: If the entries are locked, identify the user or transaction that is holding the lock and resolve the issue. You can use transaction SM12 to view and manage locks.
  
  
  Batch Management Check: If applicable, ensure that the batch management settings are correctly configured and that the batches being used are valid and available.
  
  
  Quantity Validation: Ensure that the quantities being processed do not exceed any limits set in the system. Adjust the quantities if necessary.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), MB1B (Transfer Posting), and MB1C (Other Goods Receipts) to understand where the error might be occurring.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program logic to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to inventory management and material documents for further insights.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.