How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY272 - Negative quantities not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY -

• Message number: 272

• Message text: Negative quantities not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY272 - Negative quantities not allowed ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY272 indicating "Negative quantities not allowed" typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and delivery processes within the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error arises when there is an attempt to process a delivery or a stock movement that results in a negative quantity, which is not permissible in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Delivery Quantity: The delivery quantity specified may exceed the available stock, leading to a negative quantity when trying to fulfill the delivery.
  Stock Adjustments: Manual adjustments or stock transfers that incorrectly reduce stock levels can lead to situations where the system attempts to allocate more stock than is available.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be configured in a way that does not allow negative stock levels, which is a common practice in many organizations to prevent inventory discrepancies.
  Data Entry Errors: Mistakes during data entry, such as entering a negative quantity by mistake or miscalculating the required quantities.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Stock Levels: Verify the available stock for the material in question. Ensure that there is sufficient stock to fulfill the delivery request.
  Adjust Delivery Quantities: If the delivery quantity exceeds the available stock, adjust the delivery quantity to match the available stock.
  Review Stock Movements: Investigate any recent stock movements or adjustments that may have led to a reduction in stock levels. Correct any discrepancies found.
  Configuration Review: If the error persists, review the configuration settings in SAP EWM to ensure that negative stock levels are not being allowed if that is the intended business process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling deliveries and stock management in EWM.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in the delivery and stock management processes are adequately trained to prevent data entry errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM, such as /SCWM/PRDI for processing deliveries and /SCWM/PRDI for stock management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address known issues.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.