How To Fix SAPLWSPO157 - Quantity has been rounded

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAPLWSPO - SAP Retail Store: Purchase Order

• Message number: 157

• Message text: Quantity has been rounded

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAPLWSPO157 - Quantity has been rounded ?

  The SAP error message "SAPLWSPO157: Quantity has been rounded" typically occurs in the context of logistics and inventory management within the SAP system. This message indicates that the quantity of a material or product has been rounded to comply with the defined decimal places or unit of measure settings in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Decimal Places Configuration: The rounding issue often arises due to the configuration of decimal places for the material or product in the material master record. If the quantity being processed has more decimal places than allowed, SAP will round it to fit the defined settings.
  
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM): The unit of measure for the material may have specific rounding rules defined. If the quantity does not conform to these rules, it will be rounded.
  
  
  Transaction Type: Certain transactions may have specific rounding rules that apply, which can lead to this error if the quantity does not meet the criteria.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings: 
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the settings for the relevant material. Look at the "Basic Data" and "Purchasing" views to see the decimal places defined for the unit of measure.
  Ensure that the quantity being processed does not exceed the allowed decimal places.
  
  
  
  Review Unit of Measure Settings:
  
  Check the unit of measure settings in the material master. Ensure that the rounding rules are appropriate for the business process and that the quantities being entered conform to these rules.
  
  
  
  Adjust Quantity: 
  
  If possible, adjust the quantity being entered in the transaction to match the allowed decimal places or rounding rules.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team: 
  
  If the rounding rules need to be changed, consult with your SAP configuration team to see if adjustments can be made to the material master or unit of measure settings.
  
  
  
  Transaction Review: 
  
  Review the specific transaction you are trying to execute to ensure that it is being performed correctly and that all required fields are filled out properly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that may provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to material management and unit of measure settings for a deeper understanding of how rounding is handled in the system.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user forums or communities where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.