How To Fix WRF_APC550 - Net weight cannot be greater than the gross weight (BAdI Example)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 550

• Message text: Net weight cannot be greater than the gross weight (BAdI Example)

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  Error Message
  WRF_APC550: Net weight cannot be greater than the gross weight (BAdI Example)
  
  Cause
  This error occurs during the processing of weight data in SAP, typically in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or during data validation in logistics or production processes. The system checks the consistency of weight data, and this message is triggered when the net weight entered or calculated is greater than the gross weight, which is logically incorrect because:
  
  Gross weight = Net weight + Tare weight (packaging, container, etc.)
  Therefore, net weight should never exceed gross weight.
  
  In this specific case, the error is raised by a BAdI (Business Add-In) implementation that performs custom validation logic on weight fields. The BAdI example is likely a sample or custom enhancement that enforces this business rule.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During data entry or data transfer where weight fields are involved (e.g., goods receipt, production order confirmation, shipment processing).
  When custom validation logic via a BAdI is active and checks the weight fields.
  Possibly during integration scenarios where weight data is passed between SAP ERP and APO or other modules.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the weight data input:
  
  Verify that the net weight and gross weight values are entered correctly.
  Ensure that the gross weight is equal to or greater than the net weight.
  
  
  
  Review the BAdI implementation:
  
  Identify the BAdI that triggers this error (the message text suggests it is a BAdI example, possibly WRF_APC550 or related).
  Check the custom code or sample code in the BAdI implementation that performs the weight validation.
  Adjust the logic if necessary to handle special cases or correct the validation.
  
  
  
  Correct the master data or transactional data:
  
  If the error is due to incorrect master data (e.g., material weights), update the material master records.
  If transactional data is incorrect, correct the entries or reprocess the transaction with valid weights.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After corrections, test the process again to ensure the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  BAdI (Business Add-In): A SAP enhancement technique that allows custom code to be inserted into standard SAP processes without modifying the original code.
  Weight fields in SAP:
  
  Net weight: Weight of the product excluding packaging.
  Gross weight: Total weight including packaging.
  Tare weight: Weight of packaging or container.
  
  
  Common SAP transactions/modules involved:
  
  Logistics Execution (LE)
  Production Planning (PP)
  Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO)
  Warehouse Management (WM)
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to weight validation errors.
  Review SAP Help Portal for weight management and BAdI usage.
  
  
  
  
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  Error
  Net weight cannot be greater than the gross weight (WRF_APC550)
  
  
  Cause
  Validation logic (BAdI) detects net weight > gross weight, which is invalid
  
  
  Solution
  Correct weight data; review and adjust BAdI implementation if needed
  
  
  Related Info
  Weight fields definitions, BAdI enhancements, logistics and production data validation
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact BAdI name or scenario, I can help with more specific code or configuration guidance.