How To Fix MM470 - &: & physical inventory ind. set for stock in quality insp. in foll. year

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 470

• Message text: &: & physical inventory ind. set for stock in quality insp. in foll. year

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM470 - &: & physical inventory ind. set for stock in quality insp. in foll. year ?

  The SAP error message MM470 indicates that there is an issue with the physical inventory indicator set for stock that is in quality inspection for the following year. This error typically arises when you attempt to perform a physical inventory count on stock that is not eligible due to its status or the timing of the inventory process.
  Cause:
  
  Quality Inspection Stock: The stock in question is currently in quality inspection, which means it cannot be counted in a physical inventory until it is either released or rejected.
  Year Transition: The error specifically mentions "in the following year," which suggests that the inventory count is being attempted for a period that is not valid for the stock's current status.
  Inventory Indicator Settings: The physical inventory indicator settings may not allow for counting of stock in quality inspection for the specified period.
  
  Solution:
  
  Release or Reject Stock: If the stock is in quality inspection, you need to either release it (if it passes inspection) or reject it (if it fails). Once the stock is no longer in quality inspection, you can proceed with the physical inventory.
  Check Inventory Period: Ensure that you are trying to perform the physical inventory in the correct period. If you are trying to count stock for the following year, verify that the stock is eligible for counting in that period.
  Adjust Physical Inventory Indicator: Review the settings for the physical inventory indicator in your configuration. You may need to adjust the settings to allow for counting of quality inspection stock if that aligns with your business processes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your internal guidelines for handling physical inventory and quality inspection stock to ensure compliance with your organization's policies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MI01 (Create Physical Inventory Document) or MI02 (Change Physical Inventory Document) to manage physical inventory processes.
  Quality Management (QM): Understanding the integration between MM (Materials Management) and QM (Quality Management) modules in SAP can help in managing stock statuses effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling physical inventory with quality inspection stock.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in MM and QM modules for further assistance.