How To Fix /CWM/PM003 - Selected special stock &1 and valuation &2 are not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CWM/PM -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Selected special stock &1 and valuation &2 are not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CWM/PM003 - Selected special stock &1 and valuation &2 are not permitted ?

  The SAP error message /CWM/PM003 Selected special stock &1 and valuation &2 are not permitted typically occurs in the context of inventory management and valuation in SAP, particularly when dealing with special stocks (like consignment stock, project stock, etc.) and their associated valuation types.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that there is a mismatch or an inconsistency between the selected special stock type and the valuation type you are trying to use. The specific reasons could include:
  
  Incompatible Stock and Valuation Type: The special stock type you are trying to process does not support the valuation type you have selected.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the system may not allow the combination of the selected special stock and valuation type.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or process the selected special stock or valuation type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO) and verify the settings for special stocks and valuation types. Ensure that the combination you are trying to use is allowed.
  Specifically, check the settings under Logistics > Materials Management > Valuation and Account Assignment > Account Determination > Configure Automatic Postings.
  
  
  
  Review Special Stock and Valuation Type:
  
  Ensure that the special stock type you are trying to use is compatible with the valuation type. You can check the allowed combinations in the system documentation or configuration settings.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and process the selected special stock and valuation type. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific notes or guidelines related to the special stock and valuation types you are working with.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  If changes are made to the configuration, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) or MB1A (Goods Withdrawal) to check stock levels and types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, 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 cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.