How To Fix CO475 - Backflushing only possible for materials kept in stock

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 475

• Message text: Backflushing only possible for materials kept in stock

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO475 - Backflushing only possible for materials kept in stock ?

  The SAP error message CO475, which states "Backflushing only possible for materials kept in stock," typically occurs in the context of production and inventory management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is attempting to perform backflushing for a material that is not maintained in stock, which is a requirement for backflushing to be executed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Material Type: The material you are trying to backflush may not be set up as a stock material. In SAP, materials can be classified as either stock materials (which are kept in inventory) or non-stock materials (which are not kept in inventory).
  Material Status: The material might be in a status that does not allow it to be backflushed, such as being marked as "blocked" or "inactive."
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or production settings that prevent backflushing for certain materials.
  Production Order Settings: The production order may not be