How To Fix MM402 - &: & dependent stocks provided to supplier exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 402

• Message text: &: & dependent stocks provided to supplier exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM402 - &: & dependent stocks provided to supplier exist ?

  The SAP error message MM402, which states "Dependent stocks provided to supplier exist," typically occurs in the context of materials management and inventory management within the SAP system. This error indicates that there are dependent stocks (such as consignment stocks or stocks in transit) that are linked to a supplier, and these stocks prevent certain operations from being completed, such as deleting or changing the material master data.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following scenarios:
  
  Consignment Stock: There are materials that are in consignment stock with the supplier, meaning the supplier still owns the stock until it is consumed.
  Stock in Transit: There are materials that are currently in transit between locations, which are still associated with the supplier.
  Dependent Requirements: There are dependent requirements for the material that are linked to the supplier, which need to be resolved before proceeding.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MM402 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Stock Levels:
  
  Use transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) to check the stock levels of the material in question. Look for any consignment or stock in transit.
  
  
  
  Review Purchase Orders:
  
  Check if there are any open purchase orders or contracts associated with the material. You can use transaction codes like ME2N (Purchase Orders by PO Number) to review.
  
  
  
  Clear Dependent Stocks:
  
  If there are consignment stocks, you may need to either consume the stock or return it to the supplier.
  For stocks in transit, ensure that the stock is received at the destination or that the transit is cleared.
  
  
  
  Adjust Material Master Data:
  
  If you need to change the material master data, ensure that all dependent stocks are cleared or that you have the necessary authorizations to proceed with the changes.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team:
  
  If you are unsure about how to proceed, consult with your inventory management or procurement team to understand the implications of the stocks and how to manage them.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MMBE - Stock Overview
  ME2N - Purchase Orders by PO Number
  MB52 - List of Warehouse Stocks on Hand
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more detailed explanations of stock types and their management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MM402 error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.