How To Fix FV_PROD_VERS012 - Goods issue storage location & and supply area & are not identical

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FV_PROD_VERS - Messages for Production Version Maintenance

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Goods issue storage location & and supply area & are not identical

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FV_PROD_VERS012 - Goods issue storage location & and supply area & are not identical ?

  The SAP error message FV_PROD_VERS012 indicates that there is a mismatch between the storage location and the supply area during a goods issue process. This error typically occurs in the context of inventory management and production processes, particularly when dealing with materials that are managed in different storage locations or supply areas.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system detects that the storage location from which the goods are being issued does not match the supply area defined for that material. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Configuration Issues: The storage location and supply area may not be correctly configured in the material master record.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the goods issue process can lead to mismatches.
  Material Master Settings: The material master may have different settings for different storage locations and supply areas, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FV_PROD_VERS012 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify the settings for the relevant storage location and supply area.
  Ensure that the supply area is correctly assigned to the storage location.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for the storage location and supply area. This can be done through transaction codes like SPRO (Customizing) to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  During the goods issue process, double-check the storage location and supply area being used. Make sure they match the expected values.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding the handling of goods issues and the configuration of storage locations and supply areas.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material Master)
  MIGO (Goods Movement)
  SPRO (Customizing)
  
  
  
  Material Master Views: 
  
  Check the "Plant Data / Storage" view for the material to see the storage location and supply area settings.
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  SAP Help Portal and other internal documentation may provide additional insights into handling storage locations and supply areas.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FV_PROD_VERS012 error in your SAP system.