How To Fix M7783 - Either enter threshold value or set zero stock indicator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 783

• Message text: Either enter threshold value or set zero stock indicator

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7783 - Either enter threshold value or set zero stock indicator ?

  The SAP error message M7783, which states "Either enter threshold value or set zero stock indicator," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and material master data. This error is related to the configuration of stock thresholds for materials in the system.
  Cause:
  The error arises when a user attempts to perform an action (such as a goods movement or inventory check) on a material that has not been properly configured with either a threshold value or a zero stock indicator. This can happen in the following scenarios:
  
  Threshold Value Not Set: The material may require a threshold value to be defined, which indicates the minimum stock level that should be maintained.
  Zero Stock Indicator Not Set: If the material is intended to be treated as a zero stock item (meaning it should not have any stock), the zero stock indicator must be activated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M7783 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the affected material (transaction code MM03).
  Navigate to the relevant views (such as the Purchasing or Plant Data/Storage view).
  Ensure that either a threshold value is entered or the zero stock indicator is set.
  
  
  
  Set Threshold Value:
  
  If the material requires a threshold value, enter an appropriate value in the relevant field. This value should reflect the minimum stock level that should be maintained for the material.
  
  
  
  Set Zero Stock Indicator:
  
  If the material is intended to have no stock, set the zero stock indicator. This is usually found in the Plant Data/Storage view of the material master.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes to the material master.
  
  
  Re-attempt the Action: After making the changes, try to perform the action that triggered the error again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the material master data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing material master data and understanding stock management concepts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M7783 error and continue with your inventory management tasks in SAP.