How To Fix /SAPPSPRO/INFU017 - Qty/amt being received is more than what is available on PO line &1/&2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPSPRO/INFU -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Qty/amt being received is more than what is available on PO line &1/&2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPSPRO/INFU017 - Qty/amt being received is more than what is available on PO line &1/&2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPSPRO/INFU017 Qty/amt being received is more than what is available on PO line &1/&2 indicates that there is an attempt to receive a quantity or amount that exceeds what is available on the specified Purchase Order (PO) line. This typically occurs during the goods receipt process in SAP when the quantity being received is greater than the quantity ordered or the quantity that has already been received.
  Causes:
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The quantity being entered for the goods receipt is greater than the quantity ordered on the PO.
  Partial Deliveries: If there have been previous partial deliveries, the remaining quantity may be less than what is being attempted to receive.
  Incorrect PO Reference: The wrong PO line might be referenced, leading to confusion about available quantities.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be settings in the system that restrict the receiving process based on certain criteria.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check the PO Details: Verify the details of the Purchase Order in SAP. Ensure that the quantity you are trying to receive does not exceed the ordered quantity.
  
  Use transaction code ME23N to display the PO and check the line item quantities.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Quantity: If the quantity being received is indeed greater than what is available, adjust the quantity to match the available amount on the PO.
  
  
  Review Previous Receipts: Check if there have been previous goods receipts against the same PO line. This can be done using transaction code MMBE or MB51 to see the history of goods movements.
  
  
  Consult with Procurement: If you believe the quantity should be higher (e.g., due to a change in the order), consult with the procurement team to adjust the PO accordingly.
  
  
  System Configuration: If the issue persists and seems to be a system error, consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to check for any configuration issues that might be causing this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  MIGO: Goods Movement (for receiving goods)
  MB51: Material Document List (to check goods movements)
  MMBE: Stock Overview (to check stock levels)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on handling goods receipts and managing purchase orders.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in the goods receipt process are trained on how to properly enter quantities and understand the implications of partial deliveries.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully process the goods receipt in SAP.