How To Fix /SCWM/UI_TO_CONF071 - Value of difference quantity: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_TO_CONF -

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Value of difference quantity: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_TO_CONF071 - Value of difference quantity: &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_TO_CONF071 with the description "Value of difference quantity: &1" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error is related to the handling of transfer orders and the differences in quantities during the confirmation process.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when there is a discrepancy between the expected quantity and the actual quantity being confirmed in a transfer order. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Physical Inventory Differences: The actual quantity of goods in the warehouse does not match the quantity recorded in the system.
  Incorrect Manual Entry: An operator may have entered an incorrect quantity during the confirmation process.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be settings in the system that do not allow for certain differences to be processed.
  Stock Management Issues: Issues related to stock management, such as stock being reserved or allocated incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Verify Quantities: Check the physical stock in the warehouse against the quantities recorded in the system. Ensure that the quantities match.
  Adjust Transfer Order: If there is a legitimate difference, you may need to adjust the transfer order to reflect the correct quantities. This can be done through the appropriate transaction codes in SAP EWM.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in SAP EWM related to transfer order confirmations. Ensure that the system is set up to handle differences appropriately.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling transfer order confirmations and discrepancies.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in the confirmation process are adequately trained to minimize manual entry errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/TO_CONF for transfer order confirmations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  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 cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.