How To Fix WRF_APC351 - Putaway quantities for item &1 &2 cannot be distributed, see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_APC - Messages for Operational Assortment Planning and Control

• Message number: 351

• Message text: Putaway quantities for item &1 &2 cannot be distributed, see long text

What causes this issue?

Putaway quantities cannot be distributed for purchasing list item &V1&
&V2& because the sum of the planned quantities on the characteristic
level is different from the quantities on purchasing list item level.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Adjust the planned quantities manually or automatically by using
function <LS>Calculate Quantities Bottom Up</> in the purchasing list
menu.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_APC351 - Putaway quantities for item &1 &2 cannot be distributed, see long text ?

  The SAP error message:
  WRF_APC351: Putaway quantities for item &1 &2 cannot be distributed, see long text
  typically occurs in the context of Warehouse Management (WM) or Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) during the putaway process.
  
  Cause
  This error indicates that the system is unable to distribute the putaway quantities for a specific material (item) and storage bin or handling unit. The putaway quantities cannot be allocated or split according to the system's logic or configuration.
  Common causes include:
  
  Insufficient storage bin capacity: The target storage bin(s) do not have enough capacity to accommodate the putaway quantity.
  Incorrect or missing storage bin determination: The system cannot find a suitable storage bin for the putaway.
  Putaway strategy issues: The putaway strategy assigned to the material or warehouse number does not allow the distribution of quantities as required.
  Configuration errors: Missing or incorrect configuration in the warehouse management or inventory management settings.
  Batch or HU restrictions: Restrictions on batch or handling unit putaway that prevent distribution.
  Quantities not matching: The quantity to be put away does not match the available stock or expected quantities.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the long text of the error message: The long text often provides more detailed information about the problem.
  
  
  Verify storage bin capacity:
  
  Check if the storage bin(s) have enough capacity to accommodate the putaway quantity.
  Adjust bin capacity or select a different bin if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review putaway strategy:
  
  Check the putaway strategy assigned to the warehouse number and material.
  Ensure the strategy supports the distribution of quantities as required.
  Adjust the strategy if needed (e.g., change from single bin to multiple bins).
  
  
  
  Check storage bin determination:
  
  Verify that the system can determine suitable storage bins for the material.
  Check the storage type and storage section settings.
  
  
  
  Inspect batch and handling unit settings:
  
  Ensure that batch management or handling unit management settings do not restrict putaway.
  Confirm that the batch or HU is allowed in the target storage bin.
  
  
  
  Check stock and quantity consistency:
  
  Verify that the putaway quantity matches the available stock.
  Correct any discrepancies in stock or quantity.
  
  
  
  Debug or analyze the process:
  
  Use transaction codes like LT24 (Display Transfer Order) or LT21 (Display Transfer Requirement) to analyze the putaway process.
  Check for any inconsistencies or errors in the transfer order or transfer requirement.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to message WRF_APC351 for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  LT24 - Display Transfer Order
  LT21 - Display Transfer Requirement
  LS24 - Display Bin Status
  LX02 - Display Inventory
  
  
  
  SAP Modules:
  
  Warehouse Management (WM)
  Extended Warehouse Management (EWM)
  Inventory Management (IM)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Service Marketplace or SAP Support Portal for notes related to WRF_APC351.
  Review SAP Help Portal documentation on putaway strategies and warehouse management.
  
  
  
  
  If the problem persists after these checks, consider involving your SAP WM/EWM consultant or SAP support for deeper analysis.