How To Fix MILL078 - Movement type &1 is not allowed for stock difference goods issues

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL - Messages in IS Mill Products

• Message number: 078

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

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Choose a suitable movement type.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL078 - Movement type &1 is not allowed for stock difference goods issues ?

  The SAP error message MILL078 indicates that a specific movement type is not allowed for stock difference goods issues. This error typically arises in the context of inventory management and can occur during the processing of stock differences, particularly when trying to post a goods issue for stock differences using an inappropriate movement type.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the movement type you are trying to use is not configured to handle stock difference goods issues. In SAP, movement types are used to define the nature of stock movements, and certain movement types are restricted for specific operations to maintain data integrity and compliance with business processes.
  Solution:
  To resolve the MILL078 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Movement Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the movement type configuration in SAP (Transaction code: OMJJ).
  Verify if the movement type you are trying to use is allowed for stock difference goods issues. If it is not, you may need to use a different movement type that is configured for this purpose.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Movement Type:
  
  Identify the correct movement type for stock difference goods issues. Common movement types for stock differences include:
  
  Movement Type 701: Goods issue for stock differences (unrestricted stock)
  Movement Type 702: Goods issue for stock differences (blocked stock)
  
  
  Use one of these movement types to post your stock difference.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines regarding movement types and stock differences to ensure compliance with established procedures.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the goods issue with the selected movement type. Lack of proper authorizations can also lead to errors.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Movement Types: Movement types in SAP are defined in the system to control how stock is moved. 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 counting errors, theft, or damage.
  Inventory Management: Understanding the inventory management processes in SAP can help in effectively managing stock and resolving related issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the MILL078 error and successfully process stock difference goods issues in SAP.