How To Fix V1490 - Total quantity of reference item is only &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 490

• Message text: Total quantity of reference item is only &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1490 - Total quantity of reference item is only &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message V1490, which states "Total quantity of reference item is only &1 &2," typically occurs in the context of sales order processing or delivery processing. This error indicates that the total quantity of a reference item (such as a material or product) is insufficient to fulfill the requested quantity in a sales order or delivery.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Insufficient Stock: The total available stock of the reference item is less than the quantity requested in the sales order or delivery.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or sales order settings that lead to discrepancies in quantity.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, the specific batch may not have enough stock to fulfill the order.
  Allocation Issues: The stock may be allocated to other orders or deliveries, leading to insufficient available quantity for the current transaction.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the V1490 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Stock Levels:
  
  Go to the material master or stock overview (transaction codes like MMBE or MB52) to check the available stock of the reference item.
  Ensure that there is enough stock to fulfill the order.
  
  
  
  Adjust Order Quantity:
  
  If the stock is insufficient, consider reducing the order quantity to match the available stock.
  
  
  
  Review Allocation:
  
  Check if the stock is allocated to other sales orders or deliveries. You may need to reallocate stock or prioritize orders.
  
  
  
  Batch Management:
  
  If batch management is in use, ensure that the specific batch has enough quantity available. You may need to select a different batch or adjust the batch quantities.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the material master and sales order settings to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult with Inventory Management:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your inventory management team to understand stock availability and allocation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), and MMBE (Stock Overview).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for sales order processing and inventory management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the V1490 error and implement a solution to resolve it.