How To Fix MM426 - &: & physical inventory ind. for restricted-use stock in previous period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 426

• Message text: &: & physical inventory ind. for restricted-use stock in previous period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM426 - &: & physical inventory ind. for restricted-use stock in previous period ?

  The SAP error message MM426 indicates that there is an issue with the physical inventory indicator for restricted-use stock in a previous period. This typically occurs when you attempt to perform a physical inventory count or adjustment for stock that is classified as restricted-use, and the system detects that the stock is from a period that has already been closed or finalized.
  Cause:
  
  Restricted-Use Stock: The stock in question is marked as restricted-use, meaning it cannot be used for regular inventory transactions.
  Previous Period: The inventory count or adjustment is being attempted for a period that has already been closed in the system, which is not allowed for restricted-use stock.
  Inventory Management Settings: The settings in the inventory management module may not allow adjustments or counts for certain types of stock in closed periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Period Status: Verify if the period in question is indeed closed. If it is, you may need to open the period again (if your business processes allow for this) to make the necessary adjustments.
  Adjust Inventory Count: If the physical inventory count needs to be adjusted, consider doing it in the current period instead of the previous one.
  Review Stock Type: If the stock is not supposed to be restricted-use, check the stock type settings and adjust them accordingly.
  Consult with Finance: If the period cannot be opened, consult with your finance team to see if there are alternative ways to handle the inventory discrepancy.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like MI01 (Create Physical Inventory Document) or MI02 (Change Physical Inventory Document) to manage physical inventory documents correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for inventory management to understand the implications of restricted-use stock and how it interacts with physical inventory processes.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to perform the inventory count has the necessary authorizations to make changes to restricted-use stock.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.