How To Fix KM239 - Material stocks are currently being transferred in company code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 239

• Message text: Material stocks are currently being transferred in company code &

What causes this issue?

The system is currently transferring material stocks to Profit Center
Accounting in company code &V1&.

System Response

The program was not executed.

How to fix this error?

If you want to transfer the data again, wait until the other transfer
has stopped running.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM239 - Material stocks are currently being transferred in company code & ?

  The SAP error message KM239 indicates that there are material stocks currently being transferred in the specified company code. This typically occurs when there are ongoing stock transfer processes, such as stock transfers between plants or storage locations, and the system is preventing further actions on the material until these transfers are completed.
  Cause:
  
  Ongoing Stock Transfers: The most common cause of this error is that there are stock transfer orders or processes that are still in progress for the material in question.
  Pending Transactions: There may be pending transactions related to the material, such as goods movements, that have not yet been completed.
  Locked Records: The material may be locked due to a transaction that is currently being processed, preventing any new transactions from being executed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Stock Transfer Status: Use transaction codes like MB51 (Material Document List) or MB03 (Display Material Document) to check if there are any ongoing stock transfers for the material in question. Look for any open or incomplete stock transfer orders.
  Complete Pending Transactions: If you find any pending transactions, complete them before attempting to perform the action that triggered the error.
  Review Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any lock entries related to the material. If you find locks that are no longer needed, you may need to delete them (ensure you have the necessary authorizations and that it is safe to do so).
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about the status of stock transfers or if you need to release locks, consult with your colleagues or the logistics team to ensure that you are not interrupting any critical processes.
  Wait for Completion: If the stock transfer is legitimate and necessary, you may need to wait until the transfer is completed before proceeding with your transaction.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  MB1C: Other Goods Receipts
  MB5T: Stock in Transit
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to stock transfers and material management for more detailed guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate user roles and permissions to view and manage stock transfers and material documents.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or technical team for further investigation.