How To Fix M7308 - Stock value and qty are unrealistic: & / & -> see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 308

• Message text: Stock value and qty are unrealistic: & / & -> see long text

What causes this issue?

The system has detected data inconsistencies in the material master
record: &V1& / &V2&
Examples:
negative stock value for a positive stock quantity
positive stock value for a negative stock quantity
negative stock value for a positive sales value
positive stock value for a negative sales value

System Response

The system does not allow further movements for this material until
the data inconsistencies have been corrected. Any further movement
could lead to even greater inconsistencies.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7308 - Stock value and qty are unrealistic: & / & -> see long text ?

  The SAP error message M7308, which states "Stock value and qty are unrealistic: & / & -> see long text," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and valuation. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy between the stock quantity and the stock value in the system, which is considered unrealistic or inconsistent.
  Causes:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect manual entries during goods movements, stock adjustments, or inventory counts can lead to unrealistic stock values or quantities.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the material master or valuation class can cause discrepancies in how stock values are calculated.
  Inventory Reconciliation Issues: If there are unposted documents or inconsistencies between different inventory records, it can lead to this error.
  Batch Management Issues: If batch management is enabled, inconsistencies in batch data can also lead to this error.
  Currency Conversion Issues: If there are issues with currency conversion rates or settings, it can affect the stock value calculations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the affected material. Ensure that the valuation class and other relevant settings are correct.
  Review Stock Movements: Analyze recent stock movements (goods receipts, goods issues, transfers) to identify any discrepancies or errors in data entry.
  Run Inventory Reconciliation: Use transaction codes like MB5B or MB52 to check for inconsistencies in stock levels and values. Perform a reconciliation to ensure that the stock levels match the financial records.
  Check for Unposted Documents: Use transaction code MB51 to check for any unposted documents that may be affecting stock values.
  Batch Management Review: If batch management is enabled, ensure that all batches are correctly accounted for and that there are no discrepancies in batch data.
  Consult Long Text: The error message suggests checking the long text for more specific information. Use transaction code SE91 to find the long text associated with the error message for additional context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), MB1B (Transfer Posting), and MB1C (Other Goods Receipts) for managing stock movements.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Support may have specific recommendations based on the version of SAP you are using.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform stock adjustments or view stock data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further investigation.