How To Fix MM421 - &: & physical inventory indicator set for stock in quality inspection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 421

• Message text: &: & physical inventory indicator set for stock in quality inspection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM421 - &: & physical inventory indicator set for stock in quality inspection ?

  The SAP error message MM421 indicates that there is a physical inventory indicator set for stock that is currently in quality inspection. This typically occurs when you attempt to perform certain inventory transactions (like goods movements or stock transfers) on stock that is marked for physical inventory but is also in a quality inspection status.
  Cause:
  
  Physical Inventory Indicator: The stock in question has been marked for physical inventory, which means it is being counted and should not be moved or adjusted until the inventory count is completed.
  Quality Inspection: The stock is also in a quality inspection status, which means it is being evaluated for quality and cannot be used or moved until the inspection is complete.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MM421 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Physical Inventory Status:
  
  Verify if the stock is indeed marked for physical inventory. You can do this by checking the stock overview in the SAP system (Transaction Code: MMBE).
  If the stock is not supposed to be included in the physical inventory, you may need to remove the physical inventory indicator.
  
  
  
  Complete Quality Inspection:
  
  If the stock is in quality inspection, ensure that the quality inspection process is completed. This may involve:
  
  Performing the quality inspection and recording the results.
  Releasing the stock from quality inspection if it passes the inspection.
  If the stock fails inspection, you may need to take appropriate actions (e.g., scrapping or returning the stock).
  
  
  
  
  
  Adjust Inventory Records:
  
  If the physical inventory is completed, ensure that the inventory records are updated accordingly. This may involve posting the results of the physical inventory count.
  
  
  
  Consult with Inventory Management:
  
  If you are unsure about the status of the stock or how to proceed, consult with your inventory management team or SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  MI01/MI02/MI03: Physical Inventory Document Creation/Change/Display
  QA32: Quality Inspection Lot Display
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on physical inventory and quality management processes.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to physical inventory and quality inspection.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM421 error and proceed with your inventory transactions.