How To Fix /SCWM/DLV_API206 - Item quantity changed from &1 to &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DLV_API -

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Item quantity changed from &1 to &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DLV_API206 - Item quantity changed from &1 to &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DLV_API206 Item quantity changed from &1 to &2 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This message indicates that there has been a change in the quantity of an item during a delivery process, which may not align with the expected or previously recorded quantity.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Changes: The quantity of the item may have been manually adjusted in the system after the delivery was created.
  Stock Adjustments: There may have been stock adjustments or inventory corrections that affected the quantity of the item.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If there are multiple systems or processes involved, discrepancies can arise due to timing issues or data synchronization problems.
  Incorrect Configuration: Configuration settings in the EWM or related modules may not be set up correctly, leading to unexpected behavior.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Changes: Check the change logs or history for the item to understand what changes were made and why.
  Validate Data: Ensure that the data in the system is accurate and reflects the actual stock levels. This may involve reconciling physical inventory with system records.
  Adjust Quantities: If the change is valid, adjust the quantities in the delivery document to match the new stock levels.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in EWM to ensure they are set up correctly for your business processes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM, such as /SCWM/PRDI for processing deliveries or /SCWM/PRDI for managing stock.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to /SCWM/DLV_API206 for any known issues or updates that may resolve the error.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the delivery processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.