How To Fix /SPE/INBVAL033 - Total quantity posted &1 will be higher than delivery quantity &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/INBVAL -

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Total quantity posted &1 will be higher than delivery quantity &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/INBVAL033 - Total quantity posted &1 will be higher than delivery quantity &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/INBVAL033 indicates that the total quantity being posted exceeds the quantity available in the delivery. This typically occurs during the goods receipt process or when trying to post an inbound delivery in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The total quantity you are trying to post (e.g., during a goods receipt) is greater than the quantity specified in the delivery document.
  Multiple Postings: If there have been previous postings against the same delivery, the remaining quantity may have already been reduced, leading to this error.
  Incorrect Delivery Document: The delivery document may have been incorrectly created or modified, leading to discrepancies in the expected quantities.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Delivery Quantity: Verify the delivery document to ensure that the quantity you are trying to post does not exceed the quantity available in the delivery.
  Adjust Posting Quantity: If the quantity you are trying to post is indeed higher than the delivery quantity, adjust the posting to match the available quantity.
  Review Previous Postings: Check if there have been any previous postings against the delivery that may have reduced the available quantity. You can do this by reviewing the document flow or the history of postings.
  Correct Delivery Document: If the delivery document is incorrect, you may need to correct it or create a new delivery document with the correct quantities.
  Consult with Logistics Team: If you are unsure about the quantities or the delivery document, consult with your logistics or warehouse team to clarify the situation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) or MIGO (Goods Movement) to check the details of the delivery and the goods receipt.
  Document Flow: Use the document flow feature in SAP to trace the history of the delivery and any related postings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or solutions for this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully post the goods receipt or inbound delivery.