How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY228 - Overflow when calculating valuation quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY -

• Message number: 228

• Message text: Overflow when calculating valuation quantity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY228 - Overflow when calculating valuation quantity ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY228 indicates an overflow issue when calculating the valuation quantity in the context of warehouse management and delivery processes. This typically occurs when the system attempts to perform calculations that exceed the maximum limits for numeric values, often due to large quantities or incorrect data entries.
  Causes:
  
  Large Quantities: The most common cause is that the quantity being processed is too large for the system to handle, leading to an overflow.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or unrealistic data entries in the delivery or stock management documents can lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system related to quantity handling or valuation methods.
  System Limitations: The underlying data types used in calculations may have limitations that are being exceeded.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Quantity Values: Review the quantities involved in the delivery or stock movement. Ensure that they are within reasonable limits and correct any unrealistic values.
  Data Validation: Validate the data entries in the relevant documents (e.g., delivery, stock transfer) to ensure they are accurate and conform to expected formats.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to warehouse management and delivery processing. Ensure that they are set up correctly to handle the expected quantities.
  Batch Processing: If applicable, consider breaking down large quantities into smaller batches to avoid overflow during calculations.
  SAP Notes and Support: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that may resolve known issues.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for any specific guidelines or limitations regarding quantity calculations in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/DELIVERY for managing deliveries and /SCWM/PRDORD for production orders.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Testing: If changes are made, conduct thorough testing in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to the production system.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve SAP support for further investigation and assistance.