How To Fix ME446 - Consignment control not changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 446

• Message text: Consignment control not changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME446 - Consignment control not changed ?

  The SAP error message ME446 ("Consignment control not changed") typically occurs when there is an attempt to change the consignment control settings for a material or vendor in a way that is not allowed by the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to modify a consignment stock or when attempting to change the consignment control settings in a purchase order or material master.
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The consignment control settings may be inconsistent with the current state of the material or vendor.
  Locked Records: The material or vendor records may be locked for editing due to ongoing transactions or processes.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system configuration for consignment stock may not allow for the changes being attempted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to consignment control settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material and Vendor Status: Ensure that the material and vendor records are not locked or in use by another transaction. You can check the status in the material master (MM03) or vendor master (MK03).
  Review Consignment Settings: Verify the consignment control settings in the material master. Ensure that the settings are appropriate for the changes you are trying to make.
  Consult Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the consignment stock configuration in the SPRO transaction to ensure that it allows for the changes you are attempting.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to consignment control settings. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  Transaction Logs: Check transaction logs or change logs to see if there are any recent changes that might have affected the consignment control settings.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and MM02 (Change Material Master).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to consignment stock management for a better understanding of how consignment control works within the system.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ME446 error and implement a solution to resolve it.