How To Fix 64265 - Not possible to change units which are already allocated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 64 - Treasury Management: Securities

• Message number: 265

• Message text: Not possible to change units which are already allocated

What causes this issue?

No changes to securities can be taken into consideration at present in

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 64265 - Not possible to change units which are already allocated ?

  The SAP error message 64265, "Not possible to change units which are already allocated," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or production planning when you attempt to change the units of measure for materials that have already been allocated or reserved in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during goods movements, production orders, or when managing stock levels.
  Cause:
  
  Allocated Stock: The stock in question has already been allocated to a specific order or process, making it impossible to change the unit of measure.
  Open Transactions: There may be open transactions or processes that are using the stock, preventing changes to its unit of measure.
  Configuration Settings: The system settings or configuration may restrict changes to units of measure for allocated stock.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Allocations: Review the allocations for the material in question. You can use transaction codes like MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks on Hand) or MB5T (Stock in Transit) to see where the stock is allocated.
  Unallocate Stock: If possible, unallocate the stock from the orders or processes that are using it. This may involve reversing or completing the transactions that are currently using the stock.
  Change Unit of Measure: Once the stock is unallocated, you should be able to change the unit of measure. You can do this in the material master record using transaction code MM02.
  Check Configuration: If the issue persists, check the configuration settings in the material master or inventory management settings to ensure that there are no restrictions on changing units of measure for allocated stock.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the context in which the error occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), MB1B (Transfer Posting), and MB5T (Stock in Transit).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the material master and stock allocations.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and successfully change the units of measure for the affected materials.