How To Fix RM270 - Withdrawal sequence not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RM - Messages for Repetitive Manufacturing

• Message number: 270

• Message text: Withdrawal sequence not found

What causes this issue?

The withdrawal sequencing group was deleted in customizing.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RM270 - Withdrawal sequence not found ?

  The SAP error message RM270, "Withdrawal sequence not found," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and material movements. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid withdrawal sequence for the material you are trying to process. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Withdrawal Sequence: The withdrawal sequence for the material may not be defined in the system, or it may be incorrectly configured.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be set up correctly, particularly in relation to the storage location or plant.
  Stock Type Issues: The stock type (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection, blocked) may not allow for the withdrawal.
  Storage Location Configuration: The storage location may not be configured to allow withdrawals for the specific material.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, the specific batch may not be available for withdrawal.
  Inventory Management Settings: There may be settings in inventory management that prevent the withdrawal from being processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Withdrawal Sequence Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the withdrawal sequence in the SAP system and ensure that it is correctly defined for the material and storage location.
  Use transaction code OMJ4 to check and maintain the withdrawal sequence.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data and verify that all relevant fields are correctly filled out, especially in the Plant and Storage Location views.
  
  
  
  Check Stock Type:
  
  Ensure that the stock type of the material allows for withdrawals. You can check this in the stock overview using transaction code MB52.
  
  
  
  Storage Location Settings:
  
  Verify that the storage location is set up correctly to allow for the withdrawal of the material. This can be checked in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Batch Management:
  
  If batch management is enabled, ensure that the batch you are trying to withdraw is available and not blocked or in quality inspection.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Testing in a Sandbox Environment:
  
  If possible, replicate the issue in a sandbox environment to test different configurations and identify the root cause without affecting production data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MB52: List of Stock Overview
  OMJ4: Maintain Withdrawal Sequence
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on inventory management and withdrawal sequences.
  User Forums and Communities: Engage with SAP user communities or forums for additional insights and shared experiences regarding this error.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide deeper insights into the system configuration and potential customizations that may be affecting the withdrawal process.