How To Fix 9J681 - There is temporary stock in period & - &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9J -

• Message number: 681

• Message text: There is temporary stock in period & - &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J681 - There is temporary stock in period & - & ?

  The SAP error message 9J681 indicates that there is temporary stock in a specific period, which is preventing certain transactions from being processed. This error typically arises in the context of inventory management and can occur during various operations, such as goods movements, inventory counts, or when trying to post documents that affect stock levels.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by the following factors:
  
  Temporary Stock: There are stock items that are classified as temporary stock (e.g., stock in transit, stock in quality inspection, or stock in a blocked status) that are affecting the availability of stock for the specified period.
  Period Closing: The period in question may be closed for posting, but there are still temporary stock items that need to be addressed.
  Inventory Management Settings: Configuration settings in inventory management may not allow certain transactions to occur when temporary stock exists.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Temporary Stock: Use transaction codes like MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks on Hand) or MMBE (Stock Overview) to check for any temporary stock in the specified period. Identify the items that are causing the issue.
  
  
  Clear Temporary Stock: Depending on the type of temporary stock, you may need to:
  
  Transfer Stock: Move stock from temporary status to unrestricted stock if applicable.
  Clear Quality Inspection Stock: If the stock is in quality inspection, you may need to either accept or reject the stock.
  Post Goods Movements: Complete any pending goods movements that may be holding up the stock.
  
  
  
  Adjust Period Closing: If the period is closed and you need to make adjustments, you may need to reopen the period temporarily to allow for the necessary postings. This should be done with caution and in accordance with your organization's policies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your system configuration and business processes.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you manage stock and resolve issues:
  
  MB1A: Goods Withdrawal
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  MB1C: Other Goods Receipts
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform stock movements and adjustments.
  Training: Consider training for users involved in inventory management to minimize the occurrence of such errors in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP MM (Materials Management) for further assistance.