How To Fix M7458 - The storage location stock must be cleared completely

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 458

• Message text: The storage location stock must be cleared completely

What causes this issue?

To set or delete the 'Handling unit requirement' indicator, it is
necessary to demonstrate that none of the materials in the storage
location in question have any stocks. This also applies to special
stocks that are managed in the storage location.

How to fix this error?

Post out all storage location stocks. Use the Inventory Management
reports to display the storage location stocks.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7458 - The storage location stock must be cleared completely ?

  The SAP error message M7458, "The storage location stock must be cleared completely," typically occurs when there are still stock items in a storage location that need to be cleared before certain operations can be performed, such as transferring stock or changing the status of the storage location.
  Cause:
  
  Uncleared Stock: The primary cause of this error is that there are still materials or stock items present in the specified storage location that need to be removed or cleared.
  Open Transactions: There may be open transactions (like open purchase orders, sales orders, or stock transfers) that are preventing the stock from being cleared.
  Stock Types: The stock may include different types of stock (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection, blocked) that need to be addressed.
  Inventory Management Issues: There may be discrepancies in inventory management that need to be resolved.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Stock Levels: Use transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) to check the stock levels in the storage location. Identify any materials that are still present.
  Clear Stock: If there are materials in the storage location, you will need to either:
  
  Transfer the stock to another location using a transfer posting (transaction code MB1B).
  Remove the stock if it is no longer needed (e.g., through a goods issue).
  Perform a physical inventory count and adjust the stock accordingly.
  
  
  Review Open Transactions: Check for any open purchase orders, sales orders, or stock transfers that may be linked to the stock in the storage location. Resolve these transactions as necessary.
  Check Stock Types: Ensure that all stock types (unrestricted, quality inspection, blocked) are addressed. You may need to transfer or clear these stocks as well.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  MB1A: Goods Issue
  MB1C: Other Goods Receipts
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform stock movements and adjustments in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M7458 error and clear the stock from the specified storage location.