How To Fix ARUN_ITA_MESSAGES001 - Cannot &3 future stock for order/item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARUN_ITA_MESSAGES - Message class for ARun ITA

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Cannot &3 future stock for order/item &1

What causes this issue?

You cannot release future stock (such as purchase orders and
confirmations).

System Response

How to fix this error?

You can release only physical stock which can be either batch or storage
location stock.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARUN_ITA_MESSAGES001 - Cannot &3 future stock for order/item &1 ?

  The SAP error message ARUN_ITA_MESSAGES001 with the description "Cannot &3 future stock for order/item &1" typically indicates that there is an issue related to stock availability for a specific order or item in the future. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the processing of sales orders, production orders, or inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  
  Future Stock Availability: The error suggests that the system is unable to confirm future stock availability for the specified order/item. This could be due to:
  
  No planned receipts (e.g., purchase orders, production orders) are available to fulfill the demand.
  The stock is not available in the required quantity for the specified date.
  The item may be subject to restrictions or settings that prevent future stock from being allocated.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or in the planning parameters that affect how future stock is calculated or displayed.
  
  
  Planning Horizon: The planning horizon may not be set correctly, leading to issues in stock availability calculations.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Stock Levels: Verify the current stock levels for the item in question. Use transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) to check available stock and future receipts.
  
  
  Review Open Orders: Check for any open purchase orders or production orders that are supposed to deliver stock in the future. Ensure that they are confirmed and scheduled correctly.
  
  
  Adjust Planning Parameters: If applicable, review and adjust the planning parameters in the material master or in the MRP (Material Requirements Planning) settings to ensure that future stock is being considered correctly.
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings: Ensure that the material master data is correctly configured, including the MRP type, lot size, and other relevant fields.
  
  
  Consult with the Planning Team: If the issue persists, consult with the planning or logistics team to understand if there are any specific constraints or policies affecting stock availability.
  
  
  Run MRP: If necessary, run the MRP process to generate new planned orders or purchase requisitions that can help fulfill the demand.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  MD04: Stock/Requirements List
  MD01: MRP Run
  CO03: Display Production Order
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to inventory management and MRP to understand how future stock calculations are performed.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.