How To Fix MM486 - &: & 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: 486

• 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 MM486 - &: & physical inventory ind. set for stock in quality insp. in foll. year ?

  The SAP error message MM486 indicates that there is an issue with the physical inventory indicator 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 marked for quality inspection, and the system is unable to process this due to the inventory status or the timing of the inventory count.
  Cause:
  
  Quality Inspection Stock: The stock in question is currently in quality inspection, which means it cannot be counted as part of the physical inventory until it is either released or rejected.
  Year Transition: The error specifically mentions "in the following year," which suggests that the physical inventory count is being attempted for a period that is not yet valid for the stock in question.
  Inventory Indicator Settings: The physical inventory indicator settings may not allow for counting of stock in quality inspection.
  
  Solution:
  
  Release or Reject Quality Inspection Stock: Before performing a physical inventory count, ensure that the stock in quality inspection is either released for use or rejected. This can be done through the quality management module in SAP.
  Check Physical Inventory Settings: Review the settings for physical inventory in your SAP configuration. Ensure that the system is set up to allow counting of stock in quality inspection if that is your business process.
  Adjust Inventory Count Date: If the inventory count is being performed for a future period, ensure that the count date is set correctly and that it aligns with the fiscal year settings in your SAP system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your internal SAP support team for specific configurations related to physical inventory and quality inspection stock.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as MI01 (Create Physical Inventory Document), MI04 (Enter Inventory Count), and MI07 (Clear Inventory Differences) to manage physical inventory processes.
  Quality Management (QM) Module: Familiarize yourself with the QM module in SAP, as it governs the processes related to quality inspection and stock management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling quality inspection stock during physical inventory.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP MM (Materials Management) and QM (Quality Management) modules for further assistance.