How To Fix MM_PUR_SES175 - Quantity of purchase order item &1 is not for unrestricted-use stock.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_SES -

• Message number: 175

• Message text: Quantity of purchase order item &1 is not for unrestricted-use stock.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_SES175 - Quantity of purchase order item &1 is not for unrestricted-use stock. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_SES175 indicates that there is an issue with the quantity of a purchase order item that is not compatible with unrestricted-use stock. This typically occurs in the context of inventory management and procurement processes within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Stock Type Mismatch: The quantity specified in the purchase order item is intended for a stock type that is not unrestricted-use stock. For example, it may be intended for quality inspection stock or blocked stock.
  Stock Availability: The system may not have enough unrestricted stock available to fulfill the purchase order item.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or purchase order that restrict the movement of stock types.
  Incorrect Purchase Order Settings: The purchase order may have been created with incorrect settings that do not align with the stock type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Stock Type:
  
  Go to the material document and check the stock type of the material in question. Ensure that the stock type is set to unrestricted-use stock if that is what is required for the purchase order.
  
  
  
  Review Purchase Order:
  
  Review the purchase order item details to ensure that the quantity and stock type are correctly specified. If the order is meant for unrestricted stock, ensure that it is not mistakenly set for another stock type.
  
  
  
  Adjust Stock Levels:
  
  If there is insufficient unrestricted stock, consider adjusting the stock levels by either receiving more stock or transferring stock from other stock types (if applicable).
  
  
  
  Material Master Settings:
  
  Check the material master settings to ensure that the stock types are configured correctly. This includes reviewing the valuation class and stock type settings.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to view the purchase order details and MMBE (Stock Overview) to check stock levels.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on stock types and purchase order processing.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, check for any user exits or BAdIs that may affect stock handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.