How To Fix 8Z103 - Quantity update indicator not active for material &1, company code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8Z - Messages for Inflation Adjustment

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Quantity update indicator not active for material &1, company code &2

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8Z103 - Quantity update indicator not active for material &1, company code &2 ?

  The SAP error message 8Z103 indicates that the quantity update indicator is not active for a specific material in a given company code. This typically occurs when you are trying to perform a transaction that requires quantity updates (like goods movements, inventory management, etc.) for a material that is not set up to allow such updates.
  Cause:
  
  Material Master Settings: The material in question may not have the quantity update indicator activated in the material master record. This can happen if the material is set up as a non-stock material or if it is a service/material that does not require inventory tracking.
  Company Code Settings: The company code settings may not allow for quantity updates for the specific material type.
  Material Type Configuration: The material type may be configured in such a way that it does not support quantity updates.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Record:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the views related to the material (especially the Accounting and Plant views).
  Ensure that the "Quantity Update" indicator is activated. This is usually found in the Accounting view under the "Stock Management" section.
  
  
  
  Change Material Type Settings:
  
  If the material type is not set to allow quantity updates, you may need to change the material type or create a new material with the correct settings.
  This can be done in the configuration settings (transaction code SPRO), under the path: Logistics - General > Material Master > Basic Settings > Material Types.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Configuration Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the material master or configuration settings, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Ensure that the company code settings allow for quantity updates for the relevant materials.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Material Types: Different material types have different settings regarding inventory management and quantity updates. Common material types include raw materials, finished goods, and trading goods.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master settings and inventory management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 8Z103 and ensure that the material is set up correctly for quantity updates in the specified company code.