How To Fix WVLB146 - Add quantity of &3 in pur. req. &4 for plant &1 and material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WVLB - Messages for Load Building

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Add quantity of &3 in pur. req. &4 for plant &1 and material &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WVLB146 - Add quantity of &3 in pur. req. &4 for plant &1 and material &2 ?

  The SAP error message WVLB146 indicates that there is an issue related to the quantity of a purchase requisition (pur. req.) for a specific plant and material. This message typically arises in the context of materials management and procurement processes within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error message WVLB146 usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Insufficient Quantity: The quantity specified in the purchase requisition is not sufficient to meet the demand or requirements for the specified material in the given plant.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the material master or purchasing info records that prevent the system from processing the requisition correctly.
  Missing Data: Required data for the purchase requisition may be missing or incorrectly entered, such as the plant, material number, or quantity.
  Stock Availability: The system may not have enough stock available to fulfill the purchase requisition, leading to the error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WVLB146 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Purchase Requisition: Review the purchase requisition details to ensure that the quantity specified is correct and meets the requirements.
  Verify Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly maintained, including the plant-specific data. Check for any discrepancies in the material's purchasing information.
  Adjust Quantity: If the quantity is indeed insufficient, adjust the quantity in the purchase requisition to meet the required amount.
  Check Stock Levels: Verify the stock levels for the material in the specified plant. If stock is low, consider creating a new purchase order or adjusting existing orders to meet the demand.
  Consult with Procurement Team: If you are unsure about the required quantity or the procurement process, consult with your procurement or materials management team for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition) to view the details of the requisition and ME21N (Create Purchase Order) to create or adjust purchase orders.
  Material Master: Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master and check the relevant data for the material in question.
  Stock Overview: Use transaction code MMBE to check the stock overview for the material in the specified plant.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.