How To Fix M7147 - The movable quantity cannot be displayed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 147

• Message text: The movable quantity cannot be displayed

What causes this issue?

Due to incorrect table settings, the list of movable quantities cannot
be built up.

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?

INCLUDE NA_SYSADMIN1
Action to be taken by system administrator
Please check the settings of tables T157N, T157R, and T157T.
<DS:TRAN.SM31>Proceed</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7147 - The movable quantity cannot be displayed ?

  The SAP error message M7147, "The movable quantity cannot be displayed," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and material movements. This error indicates that the system is unable to display the movable quantity for a particular material or stock type due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Stock Type Issues: The material may be in a stock type that does not allow for movement (e.g., blocked stock, quality inspection stock).
  Material Master Data: There may be issues with the material master data, such as missing or incorrect settings related to the valuation or stock management.
  Inventory Management Settings: Configuration settings in inventory management may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in displaying quantities.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the movable quantities for the material.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the material document that prevent the system from displaying the quantity.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Stock Type: Verify the stock type of the material in question. If it is in a non-movable stock type, consider moving it to a movable stock type if appropriate.
  Review Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is complete and correctly configured. Check the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, Accounting) for any missing information.
  Inventory Management Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the inventory management module to ensure they are set up correctly for the material and stock type.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view the material and its quantities. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the system to identify and resolve any data inconsistencies. This may involve using transaction codes like MB5B or MB52 to analyze stock levels.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), MB1B (Transfer Posting), and MB1C (Other Goods Receipts) to manage inventory movements.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on inventory management and material master data.
  Support Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with SAP directly for further assistance.