How To Fix L4162 - Inventory counting started or complete. Only manual deletion possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L4 - LVS inventory

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Inventory counting started or complete. Only manual deletion possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L4162 - Inventory counting started or complete. Only manual deletion possible ?

  The SAP error message L4162, which states "Inventory counting started or complete. Only manual deletion possible," typically occurs in the context of inventory management when you attempt to delete or modify an inventory count that has already been initiated or completed. This message indicates that the system has locked the inventory count due to its status, and therefore, it cannot be deleted through standard transaction processes.
  Cause:
  
  Inventory Count Status: The inventory count has either been started or completed, which means that the system has recorded the count and is preventing any changes to maintain data integrity.
  System Lock: The inventory counting process locks certain records to ensure that no modifications are made while the count is in progress or after it has been finalized.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you will need to manually delete the inventory count. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Check Inventory Count Status:
  
  Use transaction code LI01N (Create Inventory Count) or LI02N (Change Inventory Count) to check the status of the inventory count.
  Identify if the count is still open or if it has been completed.
  
  
  
  Manual Deletion:
  
  If the inventory count is completed and you need to delete it, you will have to do this manually.
  Use transaction code LI02N to change the inventory count and then select the option to delete it.
  If the count is still in progress, you may need to complete or cancel the count before you can delete it.
  
  
  
  Cancel Inventory Count:
  
  If you want to cancel an ongoing inventory count, you can do this through the same transaction (LI02N) by selecting the appropriate option to cancel the count.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling inventory counts, as there may be specific procedures in place.
  
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to delete or modify inventory counts. If you do not have the required permissions, contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  LI01N: Create Inventory Count
  LI02N: Change Inventory Count
  LI03N: Display Inventory Count
  
  
  Inventory Management: Understanding the inventory management processes in SAP can help prevent such issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the manual deletion does not resolve the problem, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.