How To Fix MM432 - &: & unrestricted-use consignment stock exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 432

• Message text: &: & unrestricted-use consignment stock exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM432 - &: & unrestricted-use consignment stock exists ?

  The SAP error message MM432 indicates that there is unrestricted-use consignment stock available for a material, which is preventing certain operations, such as the creation of a purchase order or the posting of goods movements. This error typically arises in the context of inventory management and procurement processes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  There is unrestricted-use consignment stock for the material in question.
  The system is trying to perform an operation that is not allowed when unrestricted consignment stock exists, such as transferring stock or creating a purchase order for the same material.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MM432 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Consignment Stock: 
  
  Use transaction code MMBE to check the stock overview for the material. Look specifically for consignment stock and see if there is unrestricted stock available.
  
  
  
  Clear Consignment Stock:
  
  If the consignment stock is not needed, you can either:
  
  Return the consignment stock to the vendor using transaction code MB1B (Transfer Posting) or MIGO (Goods Movement).
  Convert the consignment stock to unrestricted stock if you have the necessary permissions and if it aligns with your business processes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Adjust Purchase Orders:
  
  If you are trying to create a purchase order, ensure that you are not duplicating the order for materials that already have consignment stock. You may need to adjust your purchasing strategy.
  
  
  
  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 consignment stock and the best course of action.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  In some cases, the error may be related to system configuration. Ensure that the settings for consignment stock are correctly configured in your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  MIGO: Goods Movement
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on consignment stock management and error handling.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to manage consignment stock and perform the necessary transactions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM432 error and continue with your inventory and procurement processes.