How To Fix /SCMB/SCR_BIF013 - In document (ID =&1) the advised qty in item &2 is less than 0 (&3,&4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/SCR_BIF -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: In document (ID =&1) the advised qty in item &2 is less than 0 (&3,&4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/SCR_BIF013 - In document (ID =&1) the advised qty in item &2 is less than 0 (&3,&4) ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/SCR_BIF013 typically occurs in the context of Supply Chain Management (SCM) when there is an issue with the advised quantity in a document, such as a stock transport order or a transfer order. The error indicates that the advised quantity for a specific item is less than zero, which is not valid.
  Cause:
  
  
  Negative Quantity Calculation: The advised quantity for the item may have been calculated incorrectly due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Incorrect configuration in the system.
  Data inconsistencies or errors in the master data (e.g., material master, vendor master).
  Issues with the planning run or demand/supply mismatch.
  Manual adjustments that led to a negative advised quantity.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: There may have been manual data entry errors that resulted in negative values being inputted.
  
  
  System Bugs or Issues: Occasionally, there may be bugs or issues in the SAP system that lead to incorrect calculations.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Document: Review the document (ID) mentioned in the error message to understand the context of the advised quantity. Look at the item (item number) and the associated quantities.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the materials involved is correct. Check for:
  
  Valid stock levels.
  Correct settings in the material master (e.g., valuation type, stock type).
  Proper configuration in the supply chain settings.
  
  
  
  Analyze Planning Parameters: If the error is related to planning, review the planning parameters and settings. Ensure that the demand and supply are correctly aligned.
  
  
  Adjust Quantities: If the advised quantity is indeed incorrect, you may need to adjust the quantities manually or through a planning run to ensure that they are valid and non-negative.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that may address this specific error message or related issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the root cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as:
  
  MD04 (Stock/Requirements List)
  MD02 (MRP Run)
  MB52 (List of Warehouse Stocks on Hand)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to SCM and the specific module you are working with to understand the configuration and processes better.
  
  
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups 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.