How To Fix SE346 - Quantity entered $ exceeds target quantity $ in contract

SE346 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SE - Dienstleistungen Stammdaten Leistungsposition

• Message number: 346

• Message text: Quantity entered $ exceeds target quantity $ in contract

What causes this issue?

When creating a release order against a contract, you specified a
quantity that exceeds the target quantity set out in the contract.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Either change the target quantity in the contract or reduce the
quantity in the release order.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SE346 - Quantity entered $ exceeds target quantity $ in contract ?

  The SAP error message SE346, which states "Quantity entered $ exceeds target quantity $ in contract," typically occurs in the context of contract management or procurement processes within SAP. This error indicates that the quantity you are trying to enter for a particular item exceeds the quantity that has been defined or allowed in the associated contract.
  
  Cause:
  
  Contract Limitations: The contract may have a predefined limit on the quantity of goods or services that can be procured. If you attempt to enter a quantity that exceeds this limit, the system will trigger this error.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the quantity you are entering, either due to a typographical error or misunderstanding of the contract terms.
  Contract Status: The contract may be in a status that does not allow for further quantities to be added or modified.
  Contract Validity: The contract may have expired or may not be valid for