How To Fix /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION009 - The quantity of role "&1" is greater than the delivery quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: The quantity of role "&1" is greater than the delivery quantity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION009 - The quantity of role "&1" is greater than the delivery quantity ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION009 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the quantity of a specific role (denoted as &1) and the delivery quantity. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when dealing with delivery processes, such as in the context of a delivery or shipment.
  Cause:
  
  
  Mismatch in Quantities: The primary cause of this error is that the quantity assigned to a specific role (e.g., a specific product, location, or resource) exceeds the available delivery quantity. This can happen if:
  
  The role is assigned more stock than what is available for delivery.
  There are changes in the delivery quantities after the roles have been assigned.
  Incorrect data entry or configuration in the system.
  
  
  
  Planning Issues: If the planning data is not aligned with the actual stock levels or delivery capabilities, this error can occur.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that lead to this validation error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Delivery Quantities: Verify the delivery quantities for the relevant roles. Ensure that the quantities assigned do not exceed the available stock for delivery.
  
  
  Adjust Role Quantities: If the role quantity is indeed greater than the delivery quantity, you may need to adjust the role quantity to match the available delivery quantity.
  
  
  Review Planning Data: Ensure that the planning data is accurate and reflects the current stock levels. If necessary, re-run the planning process to align the data.
  
  
  Data Validation: Conduct a thorough check of the master data and transactional data to ensure there are no discrepancies that could lead to this error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery) or VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery) to review and adjust delivery details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented in your SAP system, review any user exits or BAdIs that might affect delivery processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.