How To Fix L4193 - With quant inventory, new item or single entry not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L4 - LVS inventory

• Message number: 193

• Message text: With quant inventory, new item or single entry not allowed

What causes this issue?

For <DS:DE.LVS_INVCC>Cycle Counting</> per quant, only the quants
entered in the inventory document can be counted. It is not possible to
add a further inventory item manually, or to enter inventory data per
individual entry.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L4193 - With quant inventory, new item or single entry not allowed ?

  The SAP error message L4193, "With quant inventory, new item or single entry not allowed," typically occurs in the context of inventory management, particularly when dealing with quant-based inventory management in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the way inventory items are being processed, especially when it comes to creating or managing stock in a quant-based storage environment.
  Cause:
  
  
  Quant Inventory Management: The error arises when you attempt to create a new item or a single entry in a storage location that is managed using quant inventory. In quant inventory management, stock is managed at a more granular level, and each quant represents a specific quantity of stock in a specific storage bin.
  
  
  Incorrect Item Type: The item you are trying to process may not be compatible with quant inventory management. For example, if the item is not set up correctly in the material master or if it is a non-quantifiable item.
  
  
  Storage Location Settings: The storage location settings may not allow for the creation of new items or single entries. This could be due to configuration settings in the warehouse management module.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Ensure that the material you are trying to process is correctly set up in the material master. Verify that it is configured for quant inventory management if that is the intended setup.
  
  
  Review Storage Location Configuration: Check the configuration of the storage location in the warehouse management settings. Ensure that it is set up to allow for the type of inventory management you are trying to perform.
  
  
  Use Batch Management: If applicable, consider using batch management for the item. This can sometimes resolve issues related to quant inventory.
  
  
  Adjust Inventory Entries: If you are trying to create a new item or a single entry, consider adjusting your approach. Instead of creating a new item, you may need to adjust existing stock or use a different method to enter inventory.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling quant inventory and the associated error messages.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide more detailed insights based on your specific system configuration and usage.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Quant Inventory Management: Understand the principles of quant inventory management in SAP, including how stock is tracked and managed at the quant level.
  Material Master Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the settings and fields in the material master that affect inventory management.
  Warehouse Management (WM) Module: Review the configuration and settings in the WM module, as these can impact how inventory is managed and processed.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the L4193 error in SAP.