How To Fix M3373 - Maximum stock may not be smaller than minimum stock

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 373

• Message text: Maximum stock may not be smaller than minimum stock

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3373 - Maximum stock may not be smaller than minimum stock ?

  The SAP error message M3373, "Maximum stock may not be smaller than minimum stock," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and material master data configuration. This error indicates that the maximum stock level set for a material is less than the minimum stock level, which is not allowed in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The maximum stock level (also known as the maximum inventory level) has been set to a value that is lower than the minimum stock level (the minimum inventory level).
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of the material master record, incorrect values may have been entered for the maximum and minimum stock levels.
  System Settings: There may be specific settings or rules in the system that enforce this relationship between maximum and minimum stock levels.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the maximum stock level is greater than or equal to the minimum stock level. Here are the steps to correct this:
  
  
  Access Material Master:
  
  Go to the transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM01 (Create Material) in SAP.
  
  
  
  Select the Material:
  
  Enter the material number that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Appropriate View:
  
  Go to the "MRP" (Material Requirements Planning) view or the "Storage" view, depending on where the stock levels are defined.
  
  
  
  Check Stock Levels:
  
  Review the values for "Minimum Stock" and "Maximum Stock".
  Ensure that the maximum stock level is greater than or equal to the minimum stock level.
  
  
  
  Adjust Values:
  
  If the maximum stock is less than the minimum stock, adjust the maximum stock value to be greater than or equal to the minimum stock value.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes to the material master record.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: The material master is a central repository of information about materials in SAP. It contains various views that hold different types of data, including purchasing, sales, accounting, and inventory management.
  Stock Levels: Minimum and maximum stock levels are used to manage inventory effectively. The minimum stock level indicates the lowest quantity of stock that should be maintained, while the maximum stock level indicates the highest quantity that should be held.
  Inventory Management: Proper configuration of stock levels is crucial for effective inventory management, ensuring that there is enough stock to meet demand without overstocking.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after making these adjustments, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.