How To Fix /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION021 - Quantity of item &1 is not the total of its subitem quantities

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Quantity of item &1 is not the total of its subitem quantities

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION021 - Quantity of item &1 is not the total of its subitem quantities ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION021 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the total quantity of a main item and the sum of its subitems. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when dealing with product hierarchies or itemized data.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The total quantity of the main item does not match the sum of the quantities of its subitems. This could be due to incorrect data entry.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data setup for the main item and its subitems.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been errors in the migration process that led to mismatched quantities.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the system regarding how items and subitems are defined or processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Quantities: Check the quantities of the main item and its subitems. Ensure that the total quantity of the main item equals the sum of the quantities of all subitems.
  Correct Data Entry: If there is a discrepancy, correct the quantities in the relevant transactions or master data records.
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the master data for both the main item and subitems is correctly set up and consistent.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in SAP related to item and subitem handling to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Data Migration Review: If the issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process and correct any errors that may have occurred.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), ME23N (Display Purchase Order), or MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) to check item details.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION021.