How To Fix M3405 - Period is inconsistent

M3405 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 405

• Message text: Period is inconsistent

What causes this issue?

The stocks at storage location level have different periods, but were
nevertheless cumulated and the result shown as plant level stock.

How to fix this error?

Check your storage location stocks.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3405 - Period is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message M3405 "Period is inconsistent" typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material movements when there is a mismatch in the periods defined in the system. This can happen during various transactions, such as goods movements, inventory counts, or when trying to post documents that involve inventory.
  Causes of M3405 Error
  
  
  Period Closing: The period for the transaction you are trying to post may have been closed in the system. This means that no further postings can be made for that period.
  
  
  Incorrect Date: The date of the transaction may fall outside the allowed posting periods defined in the system settings.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the fiscal year variant or the posting periods in the controlling or financial modules.
  
  
  Material Master Data: The material master data may have incorrect settings related to the periods or valuation.
  
  
  Solutions to M3405 Error
  
  
  Check Posting Periods:
  
  Go to the transaction