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Message type: E = Error
Message class: WG - Messages for store order and investment buy
Message number: 018
Message text: Total line quantities larger than item quantities
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WG018
- Total line quantities larger than item quantities ?Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation of the SAP error message WG018 - Total line quantities larger than item quantities:
SAP Error Message: WG018
Text: Total line quantities larger than item quantities
Cause:
This error occurs when the sum of the quantities entered in the individual lines of a goods movement or delivery document exceeds the total quantity specified for the item. In other words, the total quantity distributed across the lines is greater than the overall item quantity allowed or defined in the document.
Common scenarios include:
Check the quantities entered:
Adjust line quantities:
Verify item quantity:
Check for rounding or unit of measure issues:
Use SAP transaction logs or document flow:
The WG018 error prevents the system from processing documents where the sum of line quantities exceeds the total item quantity, ensuring data integrity in inventory and delivery processes. Correcting the quantities to maintain consistency resolves the error.
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