How To Fix HUSTOCK017 - SU &1 cannot be changed due to inventory - Delete from physical inventory

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HUSTOCK - Messages from Stock Comparison

• Message number: 017

• Message text: SU &1 cannot be changed due to inventory - Delete from physical inventory

What causes this issue?

You cannot change storage unit &V1& due to a current physical
inventory.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Delete the SUn from the activated physical inventory before you perform
a stock adjustment. Then create a new physical inventory.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HUSTOCK017 - SU &1 cannot be changed due to inventory - Delete from physical inventory ?

  The SAP error message HUSTOCK017 indicates that a stock item (in this case, a physical inventory document) cannot be changed because it is currently locked due to inventory processes. This typically occurs when there are ongoing inventory activities, such as a physical inventory count, and the system prevents changes to ensure data integrity.
  Cause:
  
  Ongoing Physical Inventory: The item is part of a physical inventory document that is currently being processed or has not been fully completed.
  Locked Status: The stock item may be in a locked status due to the physical inventory process, preventing any changes.
  Incomplete Inventory Count: The physical inventory count may not have been finalized, leading to restrictions on modifying the stock item.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Physical Inventory Document:
  
  Go to the transaction code MI03 (Display Physical Inventory Document) or MI04 (Change Physical Inventory Document) to check the status of the physical inventory document associated with the stock item.
  Ensure that the document is either completed or that you have the necessary permissions to make changes.
  
  
  
  Complete or Delete the Physical Inventory Document:
  
  If the physical inventory is complete, you may need to post the results using MI07 (Post Inventory Differences) to finalize the process.
  If the physical inventory is no longer needed, you can delete it using MI06 (Delete Physical Inventory Document) if you have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check for Open Inventory Processes:
  
  Ensure that there are no other open inventory processes that might be locking the stock item. You can check for any ongoing inventory counts or adjustments.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP administrator or support team. They may have additional tools or access to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MI03: Display Physical Inventory Document
  MI04: Change Physical Inventory Document
  MI06: Delete Physical Inventory Document
  MI07: Post Inventory Differences
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on physical inventory processes to understand the implications of inventory locks and how to manage them effectively.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HUSTOCK017 error and proceed with the necessary changes to the stock item.