How To Fix /SAPAPO/STOCK035 - S4 stock with method add: new counter &1 higher than actual &2 (Retry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/STOCK -

• Message number: 035

• Message text: S4 stock with method add: new counter &1 higher than actual &2 (Retry)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/STOCK035 - S4 stock with method add: new counter &1 higher than actual &2 (Retry) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/STOCK035 typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with stock levels during planning or execution processes. The message indicates that there is an attempt to add a new stock counter that is higher than the current stock counter, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  There is an attempt to add stock to a location or product where the new stock counter (the quantity being added) exceeds the current stock counter (the existing quantity).
  This can happen due to incorrect data entry, misconfiguration in the system, or issues with the planning run that leads to inconsistencies in stock levels.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Stock Levels: Verify the current stock levels for the product/location in question. Ensure that the stock levels are correctly reflected in the system.
  
  
  Review Planning Parameters: Check the planning parameters and settings in the APO system. Ensure that they are configured correctly and that there are no discrepancies in the planning run.
  
  
  Adjust Stock Entries: If the stock levels are incorrect, you may need to adjust the stock entries. This could involve correcting any erroneous stock movements or transactions that led to the inconsistency.
  
  
  Retry the Operation: After verifying and correcting the stock levels, retry the operation that triggered the error. Ensure that the new stock counter being added is less than or equal to the current stock counter.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for additional insights or updates that may address the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific patches or solutions based on the version of your SAP system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for stock overview) or /SAPAPO/MC.9 (for stock analysis) to analyze stock levels and movements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on best practices for stock management in APO.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide context for the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.