How To Fix LB056 - Stock determination/batch determination not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LB - Logistics: Batch - Management

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Stock determination/batch determination not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LB056 - Stock determination/batch determination not possible ?

  The SAP error message LB056, which states "Stock determination/batch determination not possible," typically occurs during processes such as goods movements, deliveries, or production where the system attempts to determine stock or batches but fails to do so. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The stock determination or batch determination configuration may not be set up correctly in the system.
  No Available Stock: There may be no stock available that meets the criteria for the stock or batch determination.
  Batch Management Issues: If batch management is enabled, there may be issues with batch status or batch characteristics that prevent determination.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not be correctly maintained, including settings for batch management or stock determination.
  Movement Type Restrictions: The movement type being used may not allow for stock or batch determination.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform stock or batch determination.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for stock determination and batch determination in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO). Ensure that all necessary settings are in place.
  Verify Stock Availability: Check the stock levels for the material in question to ensure that there is available stock that meets the criteria.
  Review Batch Management Settings: If batch management is used, check the batch status and characteristics to ensure they are correctly defined and available for use.
  Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is complete and correctly maintained, particularly the views related to inventory management and batch management.
  Movement Type Settings: Verify the movement type settings to ensure that they allow for stock and batch determination.
  User Authorizations: Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the operation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), or VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery) to investigate the issue further.
  Batch Information: Use transaction code MSC3N to display batch information and check the status of the batches.
  Stock Overview: Use transaction code MMBE to check the stock overview for the material and see if there are any available stocks.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.