How To Fix M8233 - Please check: quantity is zero (no change when revaluated)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 233

• Message text: Please check: quantity is zero (no change when revaluated)

What causes this issue?

The quantity you entered is equal to zero. Therefore no revaluation
on a sales price-basis is necessary.

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 want to revaluate the stock on a sales price-basis, enter a
quantity greater than zero.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8233 - Please check: quantity is zero (no change when revaluated) ?

  The SAP error message M8233 ("Please check: quantity is zero (no change when revaluated)") typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material valuation processes. This error indicates that a revaluation process was attempted on a material that has a quantity of zero, meaning there is no stock available to revalue.
  Cause:
  
  Zero Stock: The primary cause of this error is that the material in question has a stock quantity of zero. This means that there are no items available in inventory to perform any valuation changes.
  Incorrect Document: The document or transaction being processed may not be relevant for the material, leading to an attempt to revalue a non-existent quantity.
  Timing Issues: The error may also arise if there are timing issues, such as trying to revalue materials that have already been processed or cleared in previous transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Stock Levels: Verify the stock levels of the material in question. You can do this by using transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) or MB52 (List of Warehouse Stocks on Hand).
  Adjust Inventory: If the material should have stock, you may need to perform a goods receipt or inventory adjustment to ensure that the quantity is greater than zero before attempting the revaluation again.
  Review Transaction: Ensure that the transaction you are trying to perform is appropriate for the material and that it is not being processed incorrectly.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or transaction logs to understand why the quantity is zero and whether any prior transactions may have affected it.
  Check for Open Transactions: Ensure that there are no open transactions that might be affecting the stock levels of the material.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), MB1B (Transfer Posting), and MB1C (Other Goods Receipts) to manage inventory effectively.
  Material Master Data: Check the material master data to ensure that all relevant settings (like valuation class, price control, etc.) are correctly configured.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the revaluation process.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in inventory management for further assistance.