How To Fix WU609 - The required quantity entered is smaller than the minimum order quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 609

• Message text: The required quantity entered is smaller than the minimum order quantity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU609 - The required quantity entered is smaller than the minimum order quantity ?

  The SAP error message WU609 indicates that the quantity you are trying to enter for a particular order or transaction is smaller than the minimum order quantity defined for that material or product. This error typically occurs in the context of purchasing, production orders, or inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  Minimum Order Quantity Setting: Each material in SAP can have a minimum order quantity defined in its material master data. This setting ensures that orders are placed in quantities that are economically viable or meet production requirements.
  Incorrect Quantity Entry: The user may have mistakenly entered a quantity that is below the minimum threshold.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the minimum order quantity is configured in the system, such as incorrect settings in the material master or purchasing info records.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the purchasing or sales views to find the minimum order quantity.
  Ensure that the quantity you are trying to enter meets or exceeds this minimum.
  
  
  
  Adjust Quantity:
  
  If the quantity you need is indeed below the minimum, consider adjusting your order to meet the minimum requirement.
  If you need a smaller quantity for a specific reason, you may need to discuss this with your procurement or production team to see if exceptions can be made.
  
  
  
  Review Purchasing Info Records:
  
  If applicable, check the purchasing info records (transaction code ME13) for the vendor and material combination to see if there are specific minimum order quantities set.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you believe the minimum order quantity is set incorrectly or needs to be adjusted, consult with your SAP configuration team to review and potentially modify the settings in the material master or related configuration.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Materials:
  
  If the minimum order quantity is too high for your needs, consider if there are alternative materials or suppliers that can fulfill your requirements with a lower minimum order quantity.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  ME13: Display Purchasing Info Record
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  CO01: Create Production Order
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master data and purchasing processes.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to check minimum order quantities and understand the implications of these settings in their procurement processes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WU609 error and proceed with your order or transaction in SAP.