How To Fix QM681 - Stock has already been posted - no further postings possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QM - Messages for quality notifications

• Message number: 681

• Message text: Stock has already been posted - no further postings possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QM681 - Stock has already been posted - no further postings possible ?

  The SAP error message QM681 ("Stock has already been posted - no further postings possible") typically occurs in the Quality Management (QM) module when you attempt to post stock movements (such as goods receipt, transfer postings, or stock adjustments) for a material that has already been posted in the system. This error is a safeguard to prevent double postings or inconsistencies in stock management.
  Causes:
  
  Previous Posting: The stock for the material has already been posted, and the system does not allow further postings for that particular stock.
  Quality Inspection: The material may be in a quality inspection stock status, and the system is preventing further postings until the inspection is completed.
  Document Status: The document related to the stock posting may be in a status that does not allow further changes or postings.
  Batch Management: If the material is batch-managed, there may be restrictions on posting to a batch that has already been processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Stock Status: Verify the stock status of the material in question. If it is in quality inspection, complete the inspection process before attempting to post again.
  Review Document Flow: Check the document flow for the material to ensure that there are no pending or incomplete documents that might be causing the issue.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like MB51 (Material Document List) or MB03 (Display Material Document) to review the postings related to the material and identify any discrepancies.
  Consult with QM Team: If the issue is related to quality management processes, consult with the QM team to ensure that all necessary inspections and approvals have been completed.
  Batch Management: If the material is batch-managed, ensure that you are working with the correct batch and that it is not locked or restricted for further postings.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the error may be due to system configuration settings. Consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to review the settings related to stock postings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the QM module and stock management for best practices and guidelines on handling stock postings.
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform stock postings in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support for further assistance.