How To Fix L4054 - Material found; old stock = 0

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L4 - LVS inventory

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Material found; old stock = 0

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L4054 - Material found; old stock = 0 ?

  The SAP error message L4054 ("Material found; old stock = 0") typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material requirements planning (MRP) when the system is trying to process a transaction related to a material that has no available stock in the specified storage location or plant.
  Cause:
  
  
  No Stock Available: The primary reason for this error is that the system has identified the material in question, but there is no old stock available for the transaction you are trying to perform. This could happen if:
  
  The material has not been received into stock.
  The stock has been completely consumed or sold.
  The stock has been moved to another location or has been reserved for other purposes.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master data, such as incorrect stock levels or settings that do not reflect the actual inventory situation.
  
  
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction being performed may require old stock to be available, which is not the case here.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Stock Levels: Verify the stock levels for the material in the relevant storage location or plant. You can do this using transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) or MB52 (List of Warehouse Stocks on Hand).
  
  
  Receive Stock: If the material is not in stock, ensure that it is received into the system. This may involve creating a goods receipt for a purchase order or production order.
  
  
  Adjust Inventory: If there is a discrepancy in stock levels, you may need to perform an inventory adjustment or reconciliation to correct the stock levels.
  
  
  Review Material Master Data: Check the material master data for any inconsistencies or errors that may affect stock availability. Ensure that the material is set up correctly in terms of valuation, storage location, and other relevant parameters.
  
  
  Consult with MRP Settings: If the error occurs during MRP runs, review the MRP settings and parameters to ensure they are configured correctly for the material in question.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MMBE - Stock Overview
  MB52 - List of Warehouse Stocks on Hand
  MB1A - Goods Withdrawal
  MB1B - Transfer Posting
  MB1C - Other Goods Receipts
  
  
  
  Material Master: Understand the structure of the material master and how it impacts inventory management.
  
  
  Inventory Management: Review the principles of inventory management in SAP, including stock types (unrestricted, quality inspection, blocked stock) and how they affect availability.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in inventory management.