How To Fix MW036 - Item &: & is blocked, since & (item &) is incomplete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MW - Messages IS-R / Allocation Tables

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Item &: & is blocked, since & (item &) is incomplete

What causes this issue?

In checking item &V1& (material &V2&), the system discovered that item
&V4& (material &V3&) has not been completely maintained. Item &V1& was
therefore also marked as incomplete.
The system checks if all variants of a generic material are complete. If
an error is found for one variant, all the variants of the generic
material are given the status "incomplete" and are blocked for follow-on
document generation.

System Response

INCLUDE ISR_VERARBEITUNG

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ISR_CHECK

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW036 - Item &: & is blocked, since & (item &) is incomplete ?

  The SAP error message MW036 indicates that a specific item in a material document is blocked because it is considered incomplete. This typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material movements, where certain conditions must be met for the item to be processed further.
  Cause:
  The error message MW036 can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  Incomplete Data: The item may be missing required information, such as quantity, storage location, or batch number.
  Blocked Stock: The item may be in a blocked stock status, preventing further processing.
  Missing Document: The related document (like a purchase order or delivery) may not be fully processed or may have missing items.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material management module that are not set up correctly, leading to incomplete item statuses.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MW036 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Item Details: Review the item details in the material document to ensure all required fields are filled out correctly. This includes checking for missing quantities, storage locations, or batch numbers.
  
  
  Review Related Documents: Ensure that all related documents (like purchase orders or delivery notes) are complete and correctly processed. If there are any discrepancies, resolve them.
  
  
  Check Stock Status: Verify the stock status of the item. If it is in blocked stock, you may need to release it or adjust the stock status as necessary.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes to check the status of the material document. For example, you can use:
  
  MB03: Display Material Document
  MB1A: Goods Withdrawal
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  MB1C: Other Goods Receipts
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to inventory management, as they can help you navigate and resolve issues more efficiently.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the MW036 error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform actions on the material document.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MW036 error and implement the appropriate solution.