How To Fix XU018 - Enter only in the "Quantity in & or &" fields

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XU - Messages for Quantity Conversion at Batch Level (Steel-AI)

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Enter only in the "Quantity in & or &" fields

What causes this issue?

When you enter a reservation without specifying a batch, you can enter
both in unit of issue and stockkeeping unit. You can therefore define a
conversion ratio, which is different from the one defined in the
material master, between unit of issue and stockkeeping unit for this
reservation.

System Response

You can only enter in unit of issue and stockkeeeping unit. From the
stockkeeping unit, quantities are calculated in the other alternative
units of measure. The system uses the conversion factors entered in the
material master to do this.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XU018 - Enter only in the "Quantity in & or &" fields ?

  The SAP error message XU018, which states "Enter only in the 'Quantity in & or &' fields," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material document processing. This error indicates that the system expects a quantity to be entered in one of the specified fields, but it has detected an issue with the input.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Field Usage: The user may have entered a quantity in a field that is not designated for quantity input, or they may have left both quantity fields empty.
  Field Configuration: The configuration of the transaction or screen may restrict the input to specific fields, leading to this error if the user attempts to enter data elsewhere.
  Data Entry Error: Users might mistakenly enter data in the wrong format or in an unintended field.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that you are entering the quantity in the correct fields as specified by the error message. Typically, there will be two fields available for quantity input, and you should only fill one of them.
  Clear Unused Fields: If you have entered a quantity in both fields, clear one of them to comply with the requirement of entering a quantity in only one field.
  Review Transaction Guidelines: Consult the transaction documentation or guidelines to understand the expected input format and fields.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult SAP notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to inventory management, such as MIGO (Goods Movement) or MB1A (Goods Withdrawal).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this error.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering quantities in SAP to minimize the occurrence of this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the XU018 error and proceed with your transaction in SAP.