How To Fix M7311 - No special stocks defined for value-only materials

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 311

• Message text: No special stocks defined for value-only materials

What causes this issue?

You set a <DS:GLOS.special_stock_indicator>special stock indicator</>
although the article concerned is a
<S:GLOS.value-only_article>value-only article</>. You cannot have
<DS:GLOS.special_stock>special stock</> for value-only articles.

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?

Cancel the special stock indicator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7311 - No special stocks defined for value-only materials ?

  The SAP error message M7311 "No special stocks defined for value-only materials" typically occurs when you are trying to perform a transaction involving value-only materials (also known as non-physical or value-only stock) that do not have any special stock defined in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to create a purchase order, goods movement, or inventory management transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Value-Only Material: The material in question is defined as a value-only material in the system, meaning it does not have physical stock associated with it.
  Missing Special Stock Definition: The system requires a special stock type (like consignment, project stock, etc.) to be defined for value-only materials, but none is set up.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master or stock type settings that prevent the system from recognizing the special stock.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master: 
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the settings for the material in question. Ensure that the material is correctly defined as a value-only material and that the relevant stock types are configured.
  
  
  
  Define Special Stocks:
  
  If you need to use special stocks for this material, you can define them in the material master. This can be done in the "Special Stock" view of the material master.
  You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the necessary stock types are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to special stocks. This can be done through transaction codes like SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to navigate to the relevant configuration paths.
  Ensure that the stock types you want to use are activated and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to value-only materials and special stocks for additional guidance on how to set them up correctly.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify special stocks in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  SPRO: SAP Reference IMG (for configuration)
  
  
  
  Material Types: Understand the different material types in SAP and how they relate to stock management.
  
  
  Special Stock Types: Familiarize yourself with the various special stock types available in SAP, such as consignment stock, project stock, and others.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in materials management (MM) for further assistance.