How To Fix CKMLDUVN123 - Special stock indicator &1 does not exist in table &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLDUVN - Inventory differences distribution messages

• Message number: 123

• Message text: Special stock indicator &1 does not exist in table &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLDUVN123 - Special stock indicator &1 does not exist in table &2 ?

  The SAP error message CKMLDUVN123 indicates that there is an issue with a special stock indicator that is not recognized in the specified table. This error typically arises in the context of Material Ledger (ML) or Inventory Management when the system is trying to process a transaction involving special stock types (like consignment, project stock, etc.) that are not defined in the relevant configuration tables.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The special stock indicator being referenced does not exist in the configuration tables (e.g., T001W for plant data).
  Incorrect Data Entry: The special stock indicator may have been incorrectly entered in the transaction or master data.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they might not be handling the special stock indicators correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the special stock indicator may not have been included or activated properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SPRO and navigate to the relevant area for special stock indicators.
  Ensure that the special stock indicator in question is defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the material involved in the transaction. Ensure that the special stock indicator is correctly assigned.
  Use transaction MM03 to view the material master and verify the special stock settings.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction, review the data entered in that transaction for any typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles special stock indicators.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the relevant tables and SE80 (Object Navigator) for custom developments.
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to the error message CKMLDUVN123 for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  Support: 
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.