How To Fix VLBAPI004 - Error in document &1 item &2 (quantity consistency check)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VLBAPI - Output Texts for Delivery BAPIs

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Error in document &1 item &2 (quantity consistency check)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VLBAPI004 - Error in document &1 item &2 (quantity consistency check) ?

  The SAP error message VLBAPI004 indicates a problem with quantity consistency in a document, specifically in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or logistics. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch in the quantities between different documents or stages of processing, such as sales orders, delivery documents, or billing documents.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The quantity specified in the document does not match the expected quantity based on previous documents (e.g., sales order vs. delivery).
  Stock Availability Issues: The system may be trying to process a quantity that exceeds the available stock.
  Incorrect Document Flow: There may be inconsistencies in the document flow, such as incomplete or incorrect postings in previous steps.
  Manual Changes: Manual adjustments to quantities in documents that are not properly reflected in related documents can lead to this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the system related to inventory management or sales