How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY422 - PPF: Quantity adjustment is not allowed for document type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY -

• Message number: 422

• Message text: PPF: Quantity adjustment is not allowed for document type &1

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY422 - PPF: Quantity adjustment is not allowed for document type &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY422 PPF: Quantity adjustment is not allowed for document type &1 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system when there is an attempt to adjust the quantity of a delivery document that is not permitted for the specified document type.
  Cause:
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: The error is primarily caused by the fact that the document type associated with the delivery does not allow for quantity adjustments. This can be due to configuration settings in the system that restrict certain document types from being modified after they have been created.
  
  
  PPF (Post Processing Framework) Settings: The error may also be related to the settings in the Post Processing Framework (PPF) where certain actions or adjustments are not allowed for specific document types.
  
  
  Status of the Document: The status of the delivery document may also play a role. If the document is already in a status that does not permit changes (e.g., completed, posted, etc.), then quantity adjustments will not be allowed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the document type in question. You may need to consult with your SAP EWM configuration team to determine if the document type can be modified to allow quantity adjustments.
  
  
  Review PPF Actions: Check the PPF actions associated with the document type. If necessary, modify the PPF settings to allow for quantity adjustments if it is appropriate for your business process.
  
  
  Document Status: Ensure that the document is in a status that allows for quantity adjustments. If the document is completed or posted, you may need to reverse or cancel the document before making adjustments.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional insights or updates that may pertain to your version of SAP EWM.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user attempting to make the adjustment has the necessary authorizations to perform such actions on the document type.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on handling quantity adjustments in EWM.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM that may help in troubleshooting or managing delivery documents (e.g., /SCWM/PRDI for managing deliveries).
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.