How To Fix WB2B228 - Quantity greater than maximum quantity. Doc. &1, Item &2 Check your entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2B - Trading Contract

• Message number: 228

• Message text: Quantity greater than maximum quantity. Doc. &1, Item &2 Check your entry

What causes this issue?

The quantity you entered is too large to be saved or to be stored.

System Response

The system can only store quantities up to 10 billion.

How to fix this error?

You can either split the item or choose a different unit of measure.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2B228 - Quantity greater than maximum quantity. Doc. &1, Item &2 Check your entry ?

  The SAP error message WB2B228 "Quantity greater than maximum quantity. Doc. &1, Item &2 Check your entry" typically occurs in the context of sales order processing, delivery, or inventory management. This error indicates that the quantity you are trying to enter exceeds the maximum allowable quantity for a specific item in a document (like a sales order or delivery).
  Causes:
  
  Maximum Quantity Limit: The item may have a predefined maximum quantity limit set in the system, which you are exceeding.
  Configuration Settings: The maximum quantity could be defined in the material master data or sales order configuration.
  Stock Availability: There may be restrictions based on stock availability or allocation.
  Business Rules: Certain business rules or conditions may restrict the quantity that can be processed for that item.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Maximum Quantity Settings:
  
  Review the material master data for the item in question to see if there is a maximum quantity defined.
  Navigate to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the relevant views (like Sales Org. Data or Plant Data).
  
  
  
  Adjust Quantity:
  
  If the quantity you are trying to enter is indeed too high, reduce it to a permissible level based on the maximum quantity defined.
  
  
  
  Review Sales Order or Delivery Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the sales order or delivery process to see if there are any rules that limit the quantity.
  This can be done through transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration) and navigating to the relevant sections.
  
  
  
  Consult with Business Users:
  
  If you are unsure about the maximum quantity limits, consult with the business users or the team responsible for sales and distribution to understand the business rules.
  
  
  
  Check Stock Levels:
  
  Ensure that the stock levels are sufficient to fulfill the order. If stock is limited, you may need to adjust the order quantity accordingly.
  
  
  
  Error Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, document the error message, the document number, and item number, and consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material)
  VA03 (Display Sales Order)
  VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Manuals: Refer to user manuals or training materials for guidance on handling sales orders and deliveries in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.