How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY178 - Main item: aggregated quantity > picked quantity - packed quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY -

• Message number: 178

• Message text: Main item: aggregated quantity > picked quantity - packed quantity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY178 - Main item: aggregated quantity > picked quantity - packed quantity ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY178 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the quantities related to a delivery in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. Specifically, the error states that the aggregated quantity of the main item exceeds the picked quantity minus the packed quantity. This typically occurs during the delivery process when the system checks the quantities involved in the delivery.
  Cause:
  
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The main item in the delivery has an aggregated quantity that is greater than the quantity that has been picked and packed. This can happen if:
  
  The picking process was not completed correctly.
  There were changes made to the delivery quantities after picking.
  There are errors in the handling of sub-items or components of the main item.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the delivery process or the handling of aggregated items in the system.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the creation or modification of the delivery can lead to discrepancies in quantities.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Picking and Packing Status:
  
  Review the picking and packing documents to ensure that the quantities picked and packed are correct.
  Ensure that all items have been picked and packed as expected.
  
  
  
  Adjust Quantities:
  
  If there are discrepancies, adjust the quantities in the delivery document to match the actual picked and packed quantities.
  You may need to re-pick or re-pack items if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Aggregated Items:
  
  If the delivery involves aggregated items, ensure that the aggregation logic is correctly applied and that the quantities are correctly calculated.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Delivery:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reprocessing the delivery. This may involve canceling the current delivery and creating a new one with the correct quantities.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling delivery discrepancies in EWM.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM, such as /SCWM/PRDI for picking and /SCWM/PRDI for packing.
  EWM Configuration: Review the configuration settings for EWM related to delivery processing, picking, and packing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or updates that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.