How To Fix /SCWM/PI_APPL120 - Difference quantity could not be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PI_APPL -

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Difference quantity could not be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PI_APPL120 - Difference quantity could not be determined ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PI_APPL120 Difference quantity could not be determined typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and inventory handling within the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to calculate the difference quantity for a particular inventory operation, such as a physical inventory count or a stock adjustment.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be discrepancies between the expected stock levels and the actual stock levels recorded in the system.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for inventory management or physical inventory processes may not be set up correctly.
  Incomplete Document Processing: Related documents (like transfer orders or goods movements) may not have been fully processed or may be in an inconsistent state.
  Stock Type Issues: The stock type (e.g., unrestricted, blocked, quality inspection) may not be properly defined or may not match the expected stock type for the operation.
  Batch Management Issues: If batch management is enabled, there may be issues with batch determination or batch status that prevent the system from calculating the difference.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Inventory Data: Review the inventory data for the affected material and location. Ensure that the stock levels are accurate and consistent.
  Review Configuration Settings: Verify the configuration settings for physical inventory and stock management in the EWM module. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Process Related Documents: Check for any incomplete or pending documents related to the inventory operation. Ensure that all necessary documents are processed and closed.
  Analyze Stock Types: Ensure that the stock types are correctly defined and that the stock in question is in the expected state.
  Batch Management Review: If applicable, check the batch management settings and ensure that the batches are correctly defined and available for the operation.
  Consult Logs and Traces: Use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check for any additional error messages or logs that may provide more context on the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/PI for physical inventory and /SCWM/TO for transfer orders.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP EWM documentation for best practices on inventory management and physical inventory processes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.