How To Fix WMGW_MM_MATRIX005 - The net weight is larger than the gross weight for article &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WMGW_MM_MATRIX - Messages for General Matrix Maintenance (Article Master)

• Message number: 005

• Message text: The net weight is larger than the gross weight for article &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WMGW_MM_MATRIX005 - The net weight is larger than the gross weight for article &. ?

  The SAP error message WMGW_MM_MATRIX005 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the net weight and the gross weight of a material (article) in the system. Specifically, it means that the net weight of the item is greater than its gross weight, which is logically incorrect since the gross weight should always be equal to or greater than the net weight (the net weight is the weight of the product itself, while the gross weight includes packaging and other materials).
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The most common cause is incorrect data entry when creating or updating the material master record. The net weight may have been entered incorrectly, or the gross weight may have been miscalculated.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the material master data, such as incorrect weight specifications or missing information.
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, configuration settings in the SAP system may lead to incorrect weight calculations or validations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the weights under the Basic Data or Sales Org. data views.
  Ensure that the net weight is less than or equal to the gross weight. If not, correct the values accordingly.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the weights are incorrect, update the material master with the correct values. You can do this using transaction code MM02 (Change Material).
  Make sure to verify the units of measure and ensure that they are consistent.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to weight calculations in the SAP system. This may require assistance from a SAP MM (Materials Management) consultant or system administrator.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making corrections, test the changes by attempting the transaction that previously triggered the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM01: Create Material
  
  
  Weight Definitions:
  
  Net Weight: The weight of the product itself without any packaging.
  Gross Weight: The total weight of the product including packaging and any other materials.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on material master data management and weight specifications.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.