How To Fix VL174 - Item &1 (change quantity manually to &2 &3 because of complex structure)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Item &1 (change quantity manually to &2 &3 because of complex structure)

What causes this issue?

The delivery quantity of the main item of a delivery group was changed.
All dependent items of this delivery group are to be adjusted in
quantity. The item entered here is itself source of a complex
structure, which is a
Batch split or
Material selection
It is not possible to decide automatically how to distribute the
quantity change to the batches or materials involved.

How to fix this error?

Decide how you want to distribute the quantity change to the batch
split or material selection and make the changes manually.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL174 - Item &1 (change quantity manually to &2 &3 because of complex structure) ?

  The SAP error message VL174 indicates that there is an issue with the quantity of an item in a delivery due to the complexity of the structure of the item. This typically occurs when the item is part of a complex structure, such as a configurable product or a product with multiple components, and the system cannot automatically determine the correct quantity to be processed.
  Cause:
  
  Complex Structure: The item in question may have a complex structure, such as a configurable material or a material with multiple components that require specific handling.
  Quantity Mismatch: The system has detected a mismatch in the expected quantity based on the configuration or components of the item.
  Manual Intervention Required: The system is unable to automatically calculate the quantity due to the complexity, thus requiring manual adjustment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Manual Adjustment: As suggested by the error message, you will need to manually change the quantity of the item in the delivery document to the specified value (&2 &3). This can be done in the delivery document screen.
  Review Item Configuration: Check the configuration of the item to ensure that all components and their quantities are correctly defined. This may involve reviewing the material master data or the BOM (Bill of Materials) associated with the item.
  Check for Updates: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as sometimes these issues can be resolved with system updates.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling complex items and their quantities.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure how to proceed, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery) to make the necessary adjustments.
  Material Master: Review the material master data for the item to ensure that all relevant fields are correctly filled out.
  BOM and Routing: If applicable, check the BOM and routing for the item to ensure that all components and their quantities are correctly defined.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VL174 error and successfully process the delivery.