How To Fix VL689 - POD quantity may not be negative (please correct difference quantities)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 689

• Message text: POD quantity may not be negative (please correct difference quantities)

What causes this issue?

The difference quantity that was specified is larger than the delivery
quantity. Therefore, the verified proof of delivery quantity (POD
quantity) will be negative.

System Response

This operation cannot be posted.

How to fix this error?

Reduce the difference quantity so that it does not exceed the delivery
quantity.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL689 - POD quantity may not be negative (please correct difference quantities) ?

  The SAP error message VL689, which states "POD quantity may not be negative (please correct difference quantities)," typically occurs in the context of logistics and delivery processing. This error indicates that there is an attempt to process a Proof of Delivery (POD) with a negative quantity, which is not allowed in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Negative Quantity Entry: The most common cause is that during the delivery processing, a negative quantity has been entered for the POD. This can happen if there is an attempt to return items or adjust quantities incorrectly.
  Mismatch in Quantities: There may be a mismatch between the quantities delivered and the quantities recorded in the system, leading to an attempt to adjust the quantities to a negative value.
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration settings in the SAP system related to delivery processing or POD handling may not be set up correctly, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Delivery Document: Review the delivery