How To Fix C2401 - Sales order or project stock are not supported by Event-Based Posting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C2 - Other messages production orders

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Sales order or project stock are not supported by Event-Based Posting

What causes this issue?

Order &V1& is created for sales order or project stock and event-based
posting is active for this order. Event-based posting is not supported
for orders with sales order or project stock.

System Response

Saving the order is not possible.

How to fix this error?

If you are currently creating order &V1& you can change the result
analysis key to one without event-based posting.

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 C2401 - Sales order or project stock are not supported by Event-Based Posting ?

  The SAP error message C2401 indicates that the system does not support event-based posting for sales orders or project stock. This error typically arises when you attempt to perform an event-based posting for stock that is linked to a sales order or project stock, which is not allowed in the current configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Event-Based Posting Configuration: The system is configured to use event-based posting for inventory management, but the specific stock type (sales order stock or project stock) does not support this method.
  Stock Type Restrictions: Sales order stock and project stock are treated differently in SAP, and event-based posting is not applicable to these stock types.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to execute may not be compatible with event-based posting for the stock type you are working with.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Stock Type: Ensure that you are not trying to perform event-based postings on sales order stock or project stock. If you need to post goods movements, consider using standard inventory management transactions instead.
  Use Standard Posting: If you need to post goods movements for sales order stock or project stock, use the standard posting methods (e.g., MIGO for goods movements) instead of event-based posting.
  Review Configuration: If event-based posting is required for other stock types, review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that they are set up correctly for the stock types you intend to use.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on event-based posting and its limitations regarding different stock types.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Event-Based Posting: This is a method in SAP that allows for automatic postings based on events, such as the receipt of goods or the consumption of materials. It is typically used for stock types that support this functionality.
  Sales Order Stock: This is stock that is specifically reserved for a sales order and is not available for general use until the order is fulfilled.
  Project Stock: This refers to stock that is allocated to a specific project and is managed separately from general inventory.
  SAP Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MIGO (Goods Movement), MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), and MB1B (Transfer Posting) for handling inventory movements.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in inventory management for further assistance.