How To Fix M3486 - No supplier consignment can be created for this material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 486

• Message text: No supplier consignment can be created for this material

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to create supplier consignment stock for the
material. However, value updating is not defined for this material type
in the specified plant.

System Response

The system does not support your transaction because value (and/or
quantity) updating needs to be possible for materials with supplier
consignment stock.

How to fix this error?

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 M3486 - No supplier consignment can be created for this material ?

  The SAP error message M3486, "No supplier consignment can be created for this material," typically occurs when attempting to create a consignment stock for a material that is not set up correctly in the system. Here are the common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Material Master Configuration: The material may not be set up as a consignment material in the material master. This includes missing settings in the purchasing view or the accounting view.
  Material Type: The material type assigned to the material may not allow for consignment stock. Only certain material types support consignment stock.
  Vendor Configuration: The vendor may not be set up correctly for consignment stock. This includes missing or incorrect vendor master data.
  Plant Assignment: The material may not be assigned to the correct plant or storage location where consignment stock is intended to be managed.
  Stock Type: The stock type for the material may not be set to allow consignment stock.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the purchasing view. Ensure that the "Consignment" checkbox is selected.
  Verify that the material type supports consignment stock.
  
  
  
  Review Vendor Master:
  
  Check the vendor master (transaction code XK03) to ensure that the vendor is set up for consignment. Look for any missing information or incorrect settings.
  
  
  
  Plant and Storage Location:
  
  Ensure that the material is assigned to the correct plant and storage location where consignment stock is to be managed.
  
  
  
  Material Type Configuration:
  
  If the material type does not support consignment, you may need to change the material type or create a new material that does support consignment.
  
  
  
  Check Stock Type:
  
  Ensure that the stock type is set to allow consignment stock. This can be checked in the material master or through stock overview transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations related to consignment stock.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  XK03: Display Vendor Master
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to consignment stock.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create consignment stock.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it. If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.