How To Fix ME445 - Consignment control via consignment info records deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 445

• Message text: Consignment control via consignment info records deactivated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME445 - Consignment control via consignment info records deactivated ?

  The SAP error message ME445 indicates that consignment control via consignment info records has been deactivated. This typically occurs when you are trying to process a transaction related to consignment stock, but the system settings do not allow for consignment management.
  Cause:
  
  Consignment Info Record Not Active: The consignment info record for the material and vendor combination may not be set up correctly or is inactive.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the system for consignment management may not be properly configured.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record may not be set up to allow consignment stock.
  Purchasing Organization Settings: The purchasing organization settings may not support consignment stock.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Consignment Info Record:
  
  Go to transaction code ME13 (Display Info Record) and check if the consignment info record exists for the relevant material and vendor.
  If it does not exist, create a new consignment info record using transaction code ME11 (Create Info Record).
  
  
  
  Verify Material Master Settings:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to check the material master record.
  Ensure that the material is set up for consignment stock in the purchasing view.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings for consignment stock in the SAP system. This can be done through transaction SPRO (Customizing) and navigating to:
  
  Materials Management > Purchasing > Consignment > Define Consignment Info Record.
  
  
  Ensure that the necessary settings are activated.
  
  
  
  Check Purchasing Organization Settings:
  
  Ensure that the purchasing organization is configured to handle consignment stock. This can also be checked in the customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the settings or need further assistance, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or MM consultant.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME11: Create Info Record
  ME13: Display Info Record
  MM03: Display Material
  SPRO: Customizing
  
  
  Consignment Stock: This is a stock that is owned by the vendor but is stored at the customer’s location. The customer only pays for the stock when it is consumed.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to consignment stock and the ME445 error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ME445 error and successfully manage consignment stock in your SAP system.