How To Fix TRQ0014 - Assigned quantity is smaller than available quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TRQ0 - Messages for TR Quantity Ledger

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Assigned quantity is smaller than available quantity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TRQ0014 - Assigned quantity is smaller than available quantity ?

  The SAP error message TRQ0014 ("Assigned quantity is smaller than available quantity") typically occurs in the context of inventory management or production planning when there is a discrepancy between the quantities assigned to a task (like a production order or a transfer order) and the available quantity of the material in stock.
  Cause:
  
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The assigned quantity for a particular task (e.g., production order, transfer order) is less than the available quantity in stock. This can happen if:
  
  The system is trying to allocate more stock than is available.
  There are changes in stock levels due to other transactions (e.g., goods receipts, goods issues) that were not accounted for.
  The user is trying to process a transaction that requires more stock than what is currently assigned.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not aligned with the business processes, leading to incorrect quantity assignments.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the creation of orders or transactions can lead to incorrect quantities being assigned.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Stock Levels: Verify the available stock for the material in question. Use transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) to check the stock levels.
  
  
  Review Assignments: Check the assignments for the specific order or task. Ensure that the assigned quantity matches the available quantity. You can do this by reviewing the relevant order or document.
  
  
  Adjust Quantities: If the assigned quantity is indeed smaller than the available quantity, you may need to adjust the assignment. This can involve:
  
  Increasing the assigned quantity to match the available stock.
  Reducing the available stock if it has been incorrectly recorded.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Transaction: After making the necessary adjustments, try to reprocess the transaction that triggered the error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or your internal SAP support team for further troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A, MB1B, MB1C, CO01, CO02, etc., depending on the context of the error.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the transactions related to inventory management or production planning.
  Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing additional training to users on how to manage inventory and production orders effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TRQ0014 error and ensure that your inventory and production processes run smoothly.