How To Fix ME645 - Subcontracting as stock transfer within a company code not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 645

• Message text: Subcontracting as stock transfer within a company code not possible

What causes this issue?

You wish to designate a stock transport order item as a subcontracting
item within a company code.

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?

This is not supported by Inventory Management for reasons involving
valuation. In the case of intra-company-code stock transfers, valuation
takes place when the goods issue is posted to stock in transit. On the
other hand, the values of the components consumed must be included in
the valuation, but component consumptions are not determined until the
time of goods receipt.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME645 - Subcontracting as stock transfer within a company code not possible ?

  The SAP error message ME645 indicates that a subcontracting process as a stock transfer within a company code is not possible. This error typically arises in scenarios where a company is trying to perform a stock transfer for subcontracted materials, but the system has identified an issue with the configuration or the process.
  Cause of ME645 Error
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be configured to allow stock transfers for subcontracting within the same company code. This could be due to settings in the material master or the purchasing organization.
  
  
  Material Type Restrictions: The material type used for the subcontracting process may not be set up to allow stock transfers.
  
  
  Document Type Issues: The document type used for the transaction may not support subcontracting stock transfers.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the material master, vendor master, or purchasing info records that prevents the transaction from being processed.
  
  
  Stock Type Issues: The stock type of the materials involved may not be compatible with the stock transfer process.
  
  
  Solutions to ME645 Error
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for subcontracting in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings allow for stock transfers within the same company code.
  Check the configuration of the material type and ensure it is set up correctly for subcontracting.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Verify the material master data for the materials involved in the transaction. Ensure that the relevant views (such as purchasing and accounting) are correctly maintained.
  Check if the material is marked as a subcontracting material.
  
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the vendor master data is correctly maintained and that the vendor is set up for subcontracting.
  
  
  
  Document Type Verification:
  
  Ensure that the document type used for the transaction supports subcontracting. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Stock Type Compatibility:
  
  Check the stock types of the materials involved. Ensure that they are compatible with the stock transfer process.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and MIGO (Goods Movement) to troubleshoot the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on subcontracting processes and stock transfers.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP MM (Materials Management) for further assistance.