How To Fix L3370 - Requested quantity could not be removed from stock

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L3 -

• Message number: 370

• Message text: Requested quantity could not be removed from stock

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L3370 - Requested quantity could not be removed from stock ?

  The SAP error message L3370 ("Requested quantity could not be removed from stock") typically occurs during inventory management processes, such as goods issues, stock transfers, or when trying to remove stock from a storage location. This error indicates that the system is unable to fulfill the request to remove the specified quantity of stock due to various reasons.
  Causes of Error L3370
  
  
  Insufficient Stock: The most common reason is that the requested quantity exceeds the available stock in the specified storage location.
  
  
  Stock Type Issues: The stock may be in a status that does not allow it to be removed (e.g., blocked stock, quality inspection stock).
  
  
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, the specific batch may not have enough quantity available for removal.
  
  
  Reservation Issues: There may be existing reservations for the stock that prevent it from being removed.
  
  
  Movement Type Restrictions: The movement type used for the transaction may have restrictions that prevent the removal of stock.
  
  
  Storage Location Issues: The stock may not be located in the specified storage location, or the storage location may be locked or inactive.
  
  
  Solutions to Error L3370
  
  
  Check Stock Availability: Verify the available stock in the specified storage location using transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) or MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks on Hand).
  
  
  Review Stock Status: Ensure that the stock is not in a blocked or quality inspection status. You can check this in the stock overview.
  
  
  Batch Check: If batch management is in use, check the specific batch for availability and ensure that it has enough stock.
  
  
  Check Reservations: Use transaction code MB22 to check for any reservations that may be preventing the stock from being removed.
  
  
  Movement Type Review: Ensure that the movement type being used allows for the removal of stock. You can check the configuration of movement types in the IMG settings.
  
  
  Storage Location Verification: Confirm that the stock is in the correct storage location and that the location is active.
  
  
  Consult with Inventory Management: If the issue persists, consult with your inventory management team or SAP support for further investigation.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MMBE, MB52, MB22, and MB1A for inventory management tasks.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for inventory management processes to understand the implications of stock removal and related configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.