How To Fix SGT_MAIN028 - Net weight is greater than the gross weight

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SGT_MAIN - Message Class for Article Master Data

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Net weight is greater than the gross weight

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SGT_MAIN028 - Net weight is greater than the gross weight ?

  The SAP error message SGT_MAIN028 indicates that the net weight of a product is greater than its gross weight. This situation is logically inconsistent because the net weight (the weight of the product itself) should always be less than or equal to the gross weight (the total weight including packaging and any other materials).
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The most common cause is a mistake during data entry where the net weight was incorrectly entered as greater than the gross weight.
  Master Data Issues: There may be incorrect values in the material master data, such as the net weight and gross weight fields.
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, the configuration settings in SAP related to weight management may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the values for net weight and gross weight.
  Correct any discrepancies where the net weight exceeds the gross weight.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  If the error occurred during a transaction (e.g., goods receipt, production order), review the data entered for that transaction.
  Ensure that the weights are entered correctly.
  
  
  
  Update Configuration:
  
  If the issue is systemic, review the configuration settings related to weight management in SAP.
  Consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings align with your business processes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making corrections, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 - Display Material
  MM02 - Change Material
  MIGO - Goods Movement
  CO01 - Create Production Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to material management and weight handling for best practices.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in data entry are trained on the importance of accurate weight entries to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SGT_MAIN028 error and prevent it from happening in the future.