How To Fix M2388 - The assigned stock value information will be deleted

M2388 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M2 - LIS: Generating and updating info structures

• Message number: 388

• Message text: The assigned stock value information will be deleted

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M2388 - Details

• The SAP error message M2388, which states "The assigned stock value information will be deleted," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and material valuation. This message indicates that the system is about to delete stock value information associated with a material, which can happen during various processes such as goods movements, stock transfers, or when changing material master data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Material Master Changes: If there are changes made to the material master data that affect valuation, the system may need to delete existing stock value information.
  Stock Movements: Certain stock movements (like transferring stock between storage locations or plants) can lead to the deletion of stock value information if the valuation method or stock type changes.
  Valuation Area Changes: If the valuation area for a material is changed, it may lead to the deletion of stock value information.
  Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistencies in the data related to stock valuation can trigger this message.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Material