How To Fix MM473 - &: & stock in quality inspection exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 473

• Message text: &: & stock in quality inspection exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM473 - &: & stock in quality inspection exists ?

  The SAP error message MM473: "Stock in quality inspection exists" typically occurs when you are trying to perform a goods movement (such as a goods receipt, transfer posting, or goods issue) on a material that has stock in quality inspection. This means that the stock is currently being evaluated for quality and cannot be moved until the inspection is completed.
  Cause:
  
  Quality Inspection Stock: The material has been received and is currently in the quality inspection stock (Q stock) status.
  Pending Inspection: The quality inspection process has not been completed, and the stock is still under evaluation.
  Movement Type Restrictions: Certain movement types do not allow for stock in quality inspection to be moved until it has been released.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MM473 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Complete Quality Inspection:
  
  Navigate to the Quality Management module in SAP.
  Check the inspection lot associated with the stock in quality inspection.
  Complete the quality inspection process by recording the results and releasing the stock.
  
  
  
  Release Stock:
  
  If the stock is confirmed to be of acceptable quality, you can post the results and release the stock from quality inspection to unrestricted stock.
  Use transaction code QA32 (Change Inspection Lot) or QA11 (Record Results) to process the inspection lot.
  
  
  
  Check Stock Status:
  
  Use transaction code MMBE (Stock Overview) to check the stock status of the material and confirm that it is in quality inspection.
  Ensure that there are no other restrictions or issues preventing the movement of stock.
  
  
  
  Adjust Movement Type:
  
  If you are trying to perform a movement that is not allowed for quality inspection stock, consider using a different movement type that is appropriate for the stock status.
  
  
  
  Consult with Quality Management Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the quality inspection process or need assistance, consult with your organization's quality management team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  QA32: Change Inspection Lot
  QA11: Record Results
  MB1A: Goods Issue
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  MB1C: Other Goods Movements
  
  
  
  Quality Management (QM) Module: Understanding the QM module in SAP can help you navigate the quality inspection process more effectively.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM473 error and proceed with your goods movement in SAP.