How To Fix /SAPAPO/CMDS_EDIBAPI043 - The received quantity is bigger than the cumulative qty of goods issued

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CMDS_EDIBAPI -

• Message number: 043

• Message text: The received quantity is bigger than the cumulative qty of goods issued

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CMDS_EDIBAPI043 - The received quantity is bigger than the cumulative qty of goods issued ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CMDS_EDIBAPI043 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the quantity of goods that have been issued and the quantity that is being received. Specifically, the error states that the received quantity is greater than the cumulative quantity of goods that have been issued. This typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or when dealing with inbound deliveries in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The most common cause is a manual data entry error where the quantity being received is incorrectly entered as being larger than what has been issued.
  Mismatch in Document Flow: There may be a mismatch in the document flow, where the system expects a certain quantity to have been issued based on previous transactions, but the incoming data does not match.
  Incorrect Configuration: There could be configuration issues in the system that lead to incorrect calculations of cumulative quantities.
  Timing Issues: If there are delays in processing goods issues or if the system is not updated in real-time, it may lead to discrepancies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Data Entry: Check the quantity being entered for the inbound delivery against the quantity that has been issued. Ensure that the received quantity does not exceed the issued quantity.
  Check Document Flow: Review the document flow in the system to ensure that all relevant goods issue documents have been processed correctly and that there are no missing or erroneous entries.
  Update System: If there are pending goods issues that have not been processed, ensure that they are completed before attempting to process the inbound delivery again.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to goods movement and inbound deliveries to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for any additional information that might provide context for the error. This can help in diagnosing the root cause.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), MB1B (Transfer Posting), or VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery) to check the relevant documents.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on inbound deliveries and goods movements for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.