How To Fix L9604 - Negative stock: & material: & on HU &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L9 - Function Modules

• Message number: 604

• Message text: Negative stock: & material: & on HU &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L9604 - Negative stock: & material: & on HU & ?

  The SAP error message L9604 indicates that there is negative stock for a specific material on a Handling Unit (HU). This typically occurs in inventory management scenarios where the system detects that the stock level for a material has fallen below zero, which is not allowed in standard inventory management practices.
  Cause:
  
  Inventory Management Issues: The most common cause is that stock has been issued or consumed without a corresponding receipt or replenishment, leading to negative stock levels.
  Handling Unit Management: If the handling unit is not properly managed or if there are discrepancies in the handling unit's stock levels, it can lead to this error.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during goods movements, such as goods issues or transfers, can also result in negative stock.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system may not be configured to handle certain scenarios correctly, leading to negative stock situations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Stock Levels: Use transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) to check the stock levels for the material in question. Ensure that the stock is correctly recorded.
  Review Goods Movements: Investigate recent goods movements related to the material and handling unit. Use transaction codes like MB51 (Material Document List) to find any discrepancies.
  Adjust Stock: If you find that stock levels are incorrect, you may need to perform a stock adjustment using transaction MB1C (Other Goods Receipts) or MIGO (Goods Movement) to correct the stock levels.
  Handling Unit Management: Ensure that the handling unit is properly managed and that all movements related to it are accurately recorded.
  Consult with IT or SAP Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your IT department or SAP support for further investigation, especially if it appears to be a system configuration issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MMBE, MB51, MIGO, and MB1C for managing stock and reviewing movements.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to negative stock scenarios.
  Training: Ensure that users involved in inventory management are trained on proper procedures to avoid negative stock situations.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to inventory management and handling units to ensure they align with business processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the negative stock error and implement a solution to resolve it.