ME118 - Error in blocking management (processing not possible)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Error in blocking management (processing not possible)

What causes this issue?

The table cannot be maintained automatically.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator. The program cannot be re-run until
this error has been rectified.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME118 - Error in blocking management (processing not possible) ?

  The SAP error message ME118, which states "Error in blocking management (processing not possible)," typically occurs in the context of materials management, particularly when dealing with purchasing documents or inventory management. This error indicates that there is an issue with the blocking management of a material, which can prevent further processing of transactions related to that material.
  Causes of ME118 Error
  
  
  Blocked Stock: The material in question may be in a blocked stock status, which means it cannot be used for further transactions until it is unblocked.
  
  
  Incomplete Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the material master or purchasing document that is causing the system to reject the transaction.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration settings in the system that are not aligned with the current business processes, leading to errors in blocking management.
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user attempting to process the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions on blocked stock.
  
  
  Material Status: The material may have a status that restricts its use, such as being marked for deletion or having a quality inspection status.
  
  
  Solutions to ME118 Error
  
  
  Check Material Status: Review the status of the material in the material master. Ensure that it is not marked as blocked or restricted.
  
  
  Unblock Stock: If the material is in blocked stock, you can use transaction code MB1A or MB1B to move the stock from blocked to unrestricted stock.
  
  
  Review Document Data: Check the purchasing document or inventory transaction for any missing or incorrect data. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction. If not, contact your SAP security team to adjust the user's roles.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to blocking management and ensure they align with your business processes.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases patches or notes that provide solutions for known issues.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MMBE: To check stock overview.
  MB1A: To post goods issues.
  MB1B: To transfer stock.
  MM02: To change material master data.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to materials management and blocking management for a deeper understanding of how these processes work.
  
  
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant transaction details.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ME118 error and implement a solution to resolve it.