How To Fix MILL077 - Movement type &1 not allowed for stock difference goods receipts

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL - Messages in IS Mill Products

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Movement type &1 not allowed for stock difference goods receipts

What causes this issue?

If you want the negative remainder to be updated as a stock difference,
this means that the current actual stock is more than the book
inventory carried. The negative remainder is posted as a <ls>goods
receipt to stock difference</>.
The movement type you chose under <LS>Settings -> Default Values</> is
not supported for entering goods receipts or stock movements.

System Response

You cannot use the chosen movement type as the default value.

How to fix this error?

Choose a suitable movement type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL077 - Movement type &1 not allowed for stock difference goods receipts ?

  The SAP error message MILL077 indicates that a specific movement type is not allowed for stock difference goods receipts. This error typically arises in the context of inventory management and can occur during the processing of goods movements, particularly when trying to post stock differences.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Movement Type Restrictions: The movement type you are trying to use is not configured to allow stock difference goods receipts. Each movement type in SAP has specific settings that determine how it can be used.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the Material Management (MM) module may not allow the specific movement type for stock differences.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type associated with the movement type may not support stock differences.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action with the specified movement type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MILL077 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Movement Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMJJ to check the configuration of the movement type.
  Ensure that the movement type you are using is allowed for stock differences. You may need to consult with your SAP MM configuration team to make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Movement Type:
  
  If the movement type you are trying to use is not allowed, consider using a different movement type that is configured for stock difference goods receipts.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type:
  
  Check if the document type associated with the movement type supports stock differences. You can do this in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the goods receipt with the specified movement type. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Movement Types: Movement types in SAP are used to classify different types of goods movements (e.g., goods receipts, goods issues, stock transfers). Each movement type has specific settings that determine its behavior.
  Stock Differences: Stock differences occur when there is a discrepancy between the physical stock and the stock recorded in the system. This can happen due to various reasons, such as theft, damage, or errors in inventory counting.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on movement types and their configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.