How To Fix M7361 - Combination of movement type/special stock/stock type is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 361

• Message text: Combination of movement type/special stock/stock type is not possible

What causes this issue?

The combination of <DS:GLOS.3526C0D0AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>movement
type</>, <DS:GLOS.3526C0E9AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>special stock</>,
and <DS:GLOS.3526C0BEAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>stock type</> (or batch
status) is not defined. You may be trying to post stock to a stock type
that is not defined for this stock (for example, blocked stock of
material to be provided to vendor or returns blocked stock for sales
order stock do not exist in the SAP System).

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?

If you have entered this data yourself, correct it.
If the system automatically determined the data (for example, if it
tried to post the stock to QI stock because of a quality inspection
check), inform your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

The entry &V1& &V2& is missing from table <ZH>T156M</> (quantity
posting string).
Do not enter it yourself. It is a system table.
If the user did not enter the data manually, you have to find out how
this combination resulted. When posting a goods movement via the
<ZH>MB_CREATE_GOODS_MOVEMENT </> function module or the method
<ZH>GoodsMovement.CreateFromData</>, the person calling them up has to
check whether the transferred combination of movement type/special
stock/stock type (or batch status) is supported by the system.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7361 - Combination of movement type/special stock/stock type is not possible ?

  The SAP error message M7361, which states "Combination of movement type/special stock/stock type is not possible," typically occurs when there is an inconsistency or incompatibility in the combination of movement type, special stock indicator, and stock type being used in a transaction. This error can arise in various inventory management processes, such as goods movements, stock transfers, or inventory adjustments.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Movement Type: The movement type being used may not be allowed for the specific stock type or special stock indicator.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system for movement types, stock types, and special stocks may not be set up correctly.
  Stock Type Restrictions: Certain stock types (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection, blocked) may have restrictions on which movement types can be used with them.
  Special Stock Indicators: If a special stock indicator (like consignment, project stock, etc.) is used, it may not be compatible with the selected movement type.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the movement with the specified combination.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Movement Type: Verify that the movement type you are using is appropriate for the stock type and special stock. You can refer to the movement type documentation in SAP to understand its allowed combinations.
  Review Configuration: Consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the movement types, stock types, and special stock indicators are correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the settings in the following areas:
  
  Movement Type Configuration (Transaction Code: OMBT)
  Stock Type Configuration (Transaction Code: OMBE)
  Special Stock Configuration (Transaction Code: OMBN)
  
  
  Use Correct Combinations: Ensure that you are using a valid combination of movement type, stock type, and special stock. You can refer to the SAP documentation or configuration settings to find valid combinations.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to execute the movement with the specified parameters.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resolving it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Movement Types: Movement types in SAP are used to define the type of stock movement (e.g., goods receipt, goods issue, transfer postings). Each movement type has specific rules and configurations.
  Special Stocks: Special stocks refer to stock that is not owned by the company but is held for specific purposes (e.g., consignment stock, project stock).
  Stock Types: Stock types categorize inventory into different statuses, such as unrestricted, quality inspection, and blocked stock.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.