How To Fix IE052 - Stock check indicator and serial number check are inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IE - SAPLIEL2: Equipment hierarchies

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Stock check indicator and serial number check are inconsistent

What causes this issue?

You have performed settings in the serial number profile that result in
an error message being issued if inconsistencies are determined in the
serial number stock data.
To achieve consistency, you should configure the serialization
procedures that always relate to real, physical goods movements (MMSL
or PPSF) in such a way that they must always be processed using serial
numbers.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Maintain the appropriate settings.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IE052 - Stock check indicator and serial number check are inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message IE052 indicates that there is an inconsistency between the stock check indicator and the serial number check for a material in the system. This typically occurs in the context of inventory management and logistics, particularly when dealing with serialized materials.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Settings: The stock check indicator and the serial number check settings for a material may not align. For example, if a material is set to require serial number tracking but the stock check indicator is set to not check for stock, this inconsistency will trigger the error.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the material master or the movement type may not be properly aligned with the business processes.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation or modification of material master records or during inventory transactions can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the settings for the relevant material.
  Ensure that the stock check indicator and serial number check settings are consistent. For example, if the material is serialized, the stock check should also be set to check stock.
  
  
  
  Review Movement Type Configuration:
  
  Check the movement type configuration in the system (transaction code OMJJ) to ensure that the settings for stock checks and serial number checks are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Adjust Settings:
  
  If you find inconsistencies, adjust the settings in the material master or movement type configuration to ensure they align with your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Test Transactions:
  
  After making changes, perform test transactions to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on configuring stock and serial number checks.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  OMJJ: Movement Type Configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to make changes to material master records and movement types.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in inventory management and logistics.