How To Fix /LIME/CORE118 - Invalid special stock indicator: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /LIME/CORE -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Invalid special stock indicator: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /LIME/CORE118 - Invalid special stock indicator: &1 ?

  The SAP error message /LIME/CORE118 Invalid special stock indicator: &1 typically occurs when there is an issue with the special stock indicator being used in a transaction. This error indicates that the special stock indicator provided (represented by &1) is not valid or recognized in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Special Stock Indicator: The special stock indicator entered does not exist in the system or is not configured correctly.
  Configuration Issues: The special stock indicator may not be set up in the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the special stock indicator entered by the user.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified special stock indicator.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Special Stock Indicator:
  
  Verify that the special stock indicator you are using is valid. You can do this by checking the configuration in the relevant SAP module (e.g., Materials Management).
  Use transaction code OMJ1 to check the special stock indicators defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Ensure that the special stock indicator is entered correctly without any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If the special stock indicator is indeed invalid, you may need to create or modify it in the system. This typically requires access to the configuration settings.
  Consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the special stock indicator is properly defined.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the special stock indicator. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on special stock indicators and their usage.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or SAP Help Desk for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Special Stock Indicators: These are used in SAP to manage different types of stock, such as consignment stock, project stock, or stock in transit. Each indicator has specific implications for inventory management and accounting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MMBE (Stock Overview) and MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks on Hand) to analyze stock levels and indicators.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to special stock indicators.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the correct special stock indicator is used in your transactions.