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

/LIME/CORE124 - Overview

• 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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/LIME/CORE124 - Details

• 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