How To Fix MM067 - The safety stock exceeds the maximum stock level

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM - Messages for material master maintenance and Customizing

• Message number: 067

• Message text: The safety stock exceeds the maximum stock level

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM067 - The safety stock exceeds the maximum stock level ?

  The SAP error message MM067 ("The safety stock exceeds the maximum stock level") typically occurs in the Materials Management (MM) module when the safety stock level for a material exceeds the defined maximum stock level. This can happen during various processes, such as inventory management, material planning, or when trying to create or adjust stock levels.
  Cause:
  
  Safety Stock Configuration: The safety stock level for a material has been set higher than the maximum stock level defined in the material master record.
  Material Master Settings: The maximum stock level is defined in the material master data, and if the safety stock exceeds this value, the error will be triggered.
  Planning Parameters: In some cases, the planning parameters or settings in the MRP (Material Requirements Planning) may lead to an increase in safety stock that surpasses the maximum limit.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the safety stock and maximum stock level settings.
  Adjust the safety stock or maximum stock level as necessary to ensure that the safety stock does not exceed the maximum stock level.
  
  
  
  Adjust Safety Stock:
  
  If the safety stock is set too high, consider lowering it to a value that is within the limits of the maximum stock level.
  
  
  
  Adjust Maximum Stock Level:
  
  If the safety stock is justified and should remain high, consider increasing the maximum stock level in the material master.
  
  
  
  Check MRP Settings:
  
  Review the MRP settings and parameters to ensure they align with your inventory management strategy.
  
  
  
  Consult with Stakeholders:
  
  Discuss with relevant stakeholders (e.g., inventory managers, supply chain planners) to determine the appropriate levels for safety stock and maximum stock.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  MD02: MRP Run
  
  
  Material Master Views: The relevant views to check are the MRP view and the Purchasing view.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidelines on managing material master data and stock levels.
  Best Practices: Regularly review and adjust safety stock and maximum stock levels based on demand forecasts, lead times, and inventory turnover rates.
  
  By addressing the discrepancy between safety stock and maximum stock levels, you can resolve the MM067 error and ensure smoother inventory management processes in SAP.