How To Fix M7105 - Stockkeeping units & and & differ

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Stockkeeping units & and & differ

What causes this issue?

The "receiving" material is not managed in the same
<GL:stockkeeping_unit>stockkeeping unit</> as the "issuing" material. A
transfer posting "material to material" is only possible if both
materials are managed in the same stockkeeping unit.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter a different material or terminate processing.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7105 - Stockkeeping units & and & differ ?

  The SAP error message M7105, which states "Stockkeeping units & and & differ," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and material master data. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy between the stockkeeping units (SKU) for a material in different contexts, such as different plants, storage locations, or other organizational units.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The most common cause of this error is inconsistent or incorrect data in the material master records. This can happen if the stockkeeping unit is not properly defined or if there are discrepancies in the data across different views or organizational levels.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that lead to differences in how stockkeeping units are defined or managed.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been recent changes to the material master, inconsistencies may arise.
  User Input Errors: Manual entry errors when creating or updating material master records can also lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the affected materials. Ensure that the stockkeeping units are consistent across all relevant views (e.g., basic data, purchasing, sales, and storage).
  Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to check the details of the material master and identify where the discrepancies lie.
  Correct Data: If discrepancies are found, correct the data in the material master. This may involve updating the stockkeeping unit information in the relevant views.
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to stockkeeping units and inventory management. Ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Data Migration Review: If the error occurred after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all data was transferred correctly and consistently.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling stockkeeping unit discrepancies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to make changes to material master data, as insufficient permissions can lead to incomplete updates.
  Training and Best Practices: Consider training for users involved in material management to minimize data entry errors and ensure adherence to best practices in maintaining material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the M7105 error in SAP.