How To Fix MM456 - &: & physical inventory ind. set for unrestricted-use stock in prev. per.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 456

• Message text: &: & physical inventory ind. set for unrestricted-use stock in prev. per.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM456 - &: & physical inventory ind. set for unrestricted-use stock in prev. per. ?

  The SAP error message MM456 indicates that there is an issue with the physical inventory indicator set for unrestricted-use stock in a previous period. This typically occurs when you attempt to perform a physical inventory count or adjustment for stock that has already been closed in a previous period.
  
  Cause:
  
  Previous Period Closure: The stock in question is from a previous accounting period that has already been closed. SAP does not allow changes to inventory data in closed periods to maintain data integrity.
  Physical Inventory Indicator: The physical inventory indicator for the stock may have been set incorrectly or not updated properly, leading to discrepancies.
  Inventory Management Settings: There may be settings in the inventory management configuration that are not aligned with the current operations.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Period Status: Verify if the accounting period for the stock in question is still open. If it is closed, you will not be able to make changes to the