How To Fix /SCA/SDPR_INTERNAL106 - Quantity in offsetting of ASN item &1/&2 and request &3/&4 less than zero

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCA/SDPR_INTERNAL -

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Quantity in offsetting of ASN item &1/&2 and request &3/&4 less than zero

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCA/SDPR_INTERNAL106 - Quantity in offsetting of ASN item &1/&2 and request &3/&4 less than zero ?

  The SAP error message /SCA/SDPR_INTERNAL106 indicates that there is an issue with the quantity in the offsetting of an Advanced Shipping Notification (ASN) item. Specifically, it suggests that the quantity for the ASN item and request is less than zero, which is not allowed in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Negative Quantity: The most common cause of this error is that the system is trying to process a quantity that has been calculated to be negative. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Incorrect data entry or configuration in the ASN.
  Issues with the underlying inventory or stock levels.
  Problems with the integration between different modules (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Materials Management).
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the ASN, such as mismatched quantities between the ASN and the corresponding purchase order or delivery.
  
  
  System Bugs: In some cases, this error may arise from bugs or issues in the SAP system itself, particularly if you are using a custom implementation or an older version of SAP.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check ASN Data: Review the ASN data for the specific item and request mentioned in the error message. Ensure that the quantities are correctly entered and that they match the expected values.
  
  
  Review Related Documents: Check the related documents, such as purchase orders, delivery notes, and inventory records, to ensure that there are no discrepancies in the quantities.
  
  
  Adjust Quantities: If you find that the quantities are indeed incorrect, adjust them to ensure that they are not negative. This may involve updating the ASN or related documents.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Look at the application logs or error logs in SAP to gather more information about the context of the error. This can provide insights into what might be causing the negative quantity.
  
  
  Testing: If you have made changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not recur.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support: If the issue persists, check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. You can also reach out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to review the relevant documents.
  Debugging: If you have access to development tools, you might consider debugging the process to identify where the negative quantity is being calculated.
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to make changes to the ASN and related documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.