How To Fix /ISDFPS/WM01214 - Impermissible special stock indicator entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/WM01 -

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Impermissible special stock indicator entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/WM01214 - Impermissible special stock indicator entered ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/WM01214 Impermissible special stock indicator entered typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and inventory management processes. This error indicates that the special stock indicator you are trying to use is not valid for the operation you are attempting to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Special Stock Indicator: The special stock indicator you entered is not allowed for the specific transaction or process you are executing. This could be due to configuration settings in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The special stock indicators may not be properly configured in the system, or they may not be assigned to the relevant material types or movement types.
  Transaction Context: The special stock indicator may not be applicable in the context of the transaction you are trying to perform (e.g., certain indicators are only valid for specific types of stock movements).
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Special Stock Indicator: Verify the special stock indicator you are using. Ensure that it is valid for the transaction you are performing. You can refer to the documentation or configuration settings to confirm this.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings in SAP (transaction SPRO) and check the settings for special stock indicators. Ensure that the indicator is correctly defined and assigned to the relevant material types and movement types.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources to understand the valid special stock indicators for your specific scenario.
  Use Valid Indicators: If the indicator you are trying to use is indeed invalid, replace it with a valid one that is appropriate for the transaction.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Special Stock Indicators: These are used in SAP to manage different types of stock, such as consignment stock, project stock, or returnable packaging. Each indicator has specific rules and contexts in which it can be used.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help you in checking stock indicators, such as:
  
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  MB1A: Goods Withdrawal
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  MB1C: Other Goods Receipts
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.