How To Fix LP125 - Consignment stock requires specification of vendor number in WM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LP - WM-PP interface

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Consignment stock requires specification of vendor number in WM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LP125 - Consignment stock requires specification of vendor number in WM ?

  The SAP error message LP125 indicates that there is an issue with handling consignment stock in the Warehouse Management (WM) module. Specifically, it states that a vendor number must be specified for the consignment stock. This is a common issue when dealing with consignment stock in SAP, as the system requires a vendor number to properly manage the stock.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to process a consignment stock movement (such as goods receipt or transfer) without specifying the vendor number.
  The material master record for the consignment stock does not have the vendor information maintained.
  The configuration settings for consignment stock in WM are not properly set up.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LP125 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the consignment stock item.
  Ensure that the vendor number is specified in the purchasing view. You can do this by navigating to the material master (transaction code MM03), selecting the appropriate view (Purchasing), and checking the vendor information.
  
  
  
  Maintain Vendor Information:
  
  If the vendor number is missing, you can add it by using transaction code MM02 to change the material master and enter the vendor details in the purchasing view.
  
  
  
  Check WM Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the Warehouse Management settings for consignment stock are correctly configured. This includes checking the movement types and ensuring that they are set up to handle consignment stock properly.
  
  
  
  Perform the Movement Again:
  
  After ensuring that the vendor number is specified and the configuration is correct, try to perform the stock movement again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance. They may have specific configurations or customizations that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01 - Create Material
  MM02 - Change Material
  MM03 - Display Material
  MB1C - Goods Movement
  LT01 - Create Transfer Order
  
  
  
  Consignment Stock:
  
  Consignment stock is stock that is owned by the vendor but is stored at the customer’s location. The customer only pays for the stock when it is consumed.
  
  
  
  Warehouse Management (WM):
  
  WM is a module in SAP that manages warehouse operations, including stock movements, inventory management, and storage location management.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LP125 error and successfully manage consignment stock in SAP.