How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY287 - Gross weight &1 is less than net weight &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY -

• Message number: 287

• Message text: Gross weight &1 is less than net weight &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY287 - Gross weight &1 is less than net weight &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY287 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the gross weight and net weight of a delivery. Specifically, the error states that the gross weight (which includes the weight of the packaging) is less than the net weight (which is the weight of the product itself). This situation is logically incorrect, as the gross weight should always be greater than or equal to the net weight.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The most common cause of this error is incorrect data entry during the creation of the delivery or during the maintenance of the material master data.
  Material Master Configuration: The weights defined in the material master for the product may be incorrect.
  Packaging Information: If the packaging information is not correctly defined or is missing, it can lead to incorrect weight calculations.
  Integration Issues: If there are issues with data integration between different modules (like MM, SD, or WM), it can lead to inconsistencies in weight data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the affected product and verify the net weight and gross weight values.
  Ensure that the gross weight is greater than or equal to the net weight.
  
  
  
  Review Delivery Document:
  
  Check the delivery document where the error occurred. Look for any discrepancies in the weight fields.
  If necessary, correct the weights in the delivery document.
  
  
  
  Update Packaging Information:
  
  If the product is packaged, ensure that the packaging information is correctly defined in the system.
  Update the packaging specifications if they are incorrect.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Delivery:
  
  If the delivery document is incorrect and cannot be easily fixed, consider deleting the delivery and recreating it with the correct weight information.
  
  
  
  Consult with Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP technical support team or a functional consultant to investigate further.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery), or VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery) to check and modify the relevant data.
  Weight Calculation: Understand how SAP calculates gross and net weights, especially if you are using packaging materials or handling units.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on weight management in SAP SCM (Supply Chain Management).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the weights in your delivery documents are accurate.