How To Fix OPS_APPL_SE_INV040 - Inv.SpecStockTypeCodes of Parent- and Child-item differ with ordinal_no &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OPS_APPL_SE_INV - Inventory Management: Messages for Service Enabling

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Inv.SpecStockTypeCodes of Parent- and Child-item differ with ordinal_no &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OPS_APPL_SE_INV040 - Inv.SpecStockTypeCodes of Parent- and Child-item differ with ordinal_no & ?

  The SAP error message OPS_APPL_SE_INV040 indicates that there is a mismatch in the stock type codes between a parent item and its child item in a production or inventory context. This typically occurs in scenarios involving bill of materials (BOM), production orders, or inventory management where the system expects the stock type of the parent and child items to be the same.
  Cause:
  
  Different Stock Types: The parent item and child item have been assigned different stock type codes (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection, blocked stock).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or BOM that lead to this inconsistency.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation or modification of the material master or BOM can lead to mismatched stock types.
  Master Data Issues: The material master records for the parent and child items may not be aligned correctly in terms of stock type settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Records: Review the material master records for both the parent and child items. Ensure that the stock type codes are consistent and appropriate for both items.
  
  Transaction Codes: Use MM03 to display material master data.
  
  
  
  Review BOM Settings: If applicable, check the BOM settings to ensure that the stock types are correctly defined for the components.
  
  Transaction Codes: Use CS03 to display BOM data.
  
  
  
  Adjust Stock Types: If you find discrepancies, adjust the stock type of either the parent or child item to ensure they match. This may involve changing the stock type in the material master or updating the BOM.
  
  
  Recreate or Modify Production Orders: If the error occurs during the processing of production orders, you may need to recreate or modify the production order to reflect the correct stock types.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines related to your organization's configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), CS03 (Display BOM), and CO03 (Display Production Order).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to material master data and BOMs.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that there are no further discrepancies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the OPS_APPL_SE_INV040 error in SAP.