How To Fix /SCWM/MEDI087 - &1 items in &2 documents where quantity should be changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/MEDI -

• Message number: 087

• Message text: &1 items in &2 documents where quantity should be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/MEDI087 - &1 items in &2 documents where quantity should be changed ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/MEDI087 typically indicates an issue related to the handling of quantities in the context of warehouse management or inventory management processes. This error message suggests that there are discrepancies in the quantities of items across multiple documents, and the system is unable to process them as expected.
  
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The quantity of items in the source document does not match the quantity in the target document. This can happen during processes like goods receipt, goods issue, or stock transfers.
  
  
  Document Status: The documents involved may be in a status that does not allow for quantity changes, such as being locked or already processed.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the business processes, leading to discrepancies in quantity handling.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be issues with the data integrity in the system,