How To Fix /LIME/CORE124 - Posting causes negative stocks in one or more items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /LIME/CORE -

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Posting causes negative stocks in one or more items

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /LIME/CORE124 - Posting causes negative stocks in one or more items ?

  The SAP error message /LIME/CORE124 Posting causes negative stocks in one or more items typically occurs in the context of inventory management and logistics. This error indicates that a transaction you are trying to perform would result in negative stock levels for one or more items, which is not allowed in standard inventory management practices.
  Cause:
  
  Negative Stock Configuration: The system is configured to prevent negative stock levels, which is a common practice to maintain accurate inventory records.
  Incorrect Stock Levels: The stock levels for the items involved in the transaction may not be updated correctly, leading to a situation where the system believes that fulfilling the transaction would result in negative stock.
  Posting Errors: There may be errors in previous postings that have not been corrected, leading to discrepancies in stock levels.
  Sales Orders or Deliveries: If you are trying to fulfill a sales order or delivery, the stock available may not be sufficient to cover the demand.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Stock Levels: Verify the current stock levels for the items involved in the transaction. You can do this using transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) or MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks on Hand).
  Adjust Stock Levels: If the stock levels are incorrect, you may need to perform a stock adjustment using transaction MB1C (Other Goods Receipts) or MB1A (Goods Issue) to correct the stock levels.
  Review Open Transactions: Check for any open sales orders, deliveries, or reservations that may be consuming stock. You can use transaction codes like VA05 (List of Sales Orders) or VL06O (Outbound Delivery Monitor) to review these.
  Enable Negative Stock (if applicable): If your business process allows for negative stock (not recommended in most cases), you can enable this feature in the configuration settings. This is done in the IMG under:
  
  Logistics Execution > Warehouse Management > Warehouse Management > Basic Settings > Negative Stock.
  Note that enabling negative stock can lead to complications in inventory management and should be done with caution.
  
  
  Consult with a SAP Consultant: If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be beneficial to consult with a SAP functional consultant who specializes in inventory management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MMBE, MB1C, MB1A, VA05, and VL06O.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on inventory management and stock handling to understand best practices and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.