How To Fix M3425 - Maximum stock level requires lot size (materials planning)

M3425 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 425

• Message text: Maximum stock level requires lot size (materials planning)

What causes this issue?

You have selected <LS>Maximum stock level</> for copying to the
profile, but it can be copied only if you also specify a lot size in
the profile.

How to fix this error?

Select <LS>Lot size (materials planning)</> on the selection screen.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3425 - Maximum stock level requires lot size (materials planning) ?

  The SAP error message M3425 "Maximum stock level requires lot size" typically occurs in the context of materials planning and inventory management. This error indicates that there is a conflict between the maximum stock level set for a material and the lot size defined for that material. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Maximum Stock Level: The maximum stock level is a parameter that defines the upper limit of inventory for a specific material. It is used to control stock levels and ensure that excess inventory is not held.
  
  
  Lot Size: The lot size is the quantity of material that is produced or ordered in a single batch. It can be defined in various ways, such as fixed lot size, lot-for-lot, or other methods.
  
  
  Conflict: The error arises when the maximum stock level is not compatible with the defined lot size. For example, if the maximum stock level