How To Fix MW079 - Alloc tbl &: material & blocked for warehouse order generation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Alloc tbl &: material & blocked for warehouse order generation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW079 - Alloc tbl &: material & blocked for warehouse order generation ?

  The SAP error message MW079 indicates that a specific material is blocked for warehouse order generation. This typically occurs in the context of warehouse management (WM) and can prevent the system from creating warehouse orders for the affected material.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Material Blocked for WM: The material may be flagged as blocked in the system, preventing it from being processed in warehouse operations.
  Stock Type: The stock type of the material may be set to a status that does not allow it to be picked or moved (e.g., blocked stock).
  Warehouse Management Settings: There may be specific settings in the warehouse management configuration that restrict the movement of certain materials.
  Inventory Management Issues: There could be discrepancies in inventory management that lead to the material being considered unavailable for warehouse operations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MW079 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the status of the material. Ensure that it is not blocked for warehouse management.
  
  
  
  Review Stock Type:
  
  Use transaction code MMBE to check the stock overview for the material. Ensure that the stock is not in a blocked status. If it is, you may need to move it to a usable stock type.
  
  
  
  Adjust Warehouse Management Settings:
  
  Review the warehouse management settings for the material. Ensure that there are no restrictions preventing the generation of warehouse orders.
  
  
  
  Inventory Management:
  
  Check for any inventory discrepancies or issues that may be affecting the material's availability. You may need to perform a stock adjustment or reconciliation.
  
  
  
  Consult with Warehouse Management Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the settings or the status of the material, consult with your warehouse management team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Check for Open Purchase Orders or Deliveries:
  
  Sometimes, open purchase orders or deliveries can block the material. Ensure that there are no outstanding transactions that could be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  WM01: Warehouse Management Monitor
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to warehouse management and material handling for best practices and configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MW079 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.