How To Fix /SCWM/GM072 - Stock in inspection - Cannot change party entitled to dispose

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/GM -

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Stock in inspection - Cannot change party entitled to dispose

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/GM072 - Stock in inspection - Cannot change party entitled to dispose ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/GM072 indicates that there is stock in inspection, and the system is preventing changes to the party entitled to dispose of that stock. This error typically arises in the context of warehouse management and inventory handling in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  
  Stock in Inspection: The stock in question is currently in an inspection status, meaning it has not yet been cleared for use or disposal. This status prevents any changes to the ownership or entitlement to dispose of the stock.
  Ownership Restrictions: The system enforces rules regarding who can dispose of stock based on its status. If the stock is still under inspection, the current owner or party entitled to dispose cannot be changed.
  Document Status: There may be related documents (like transfer orders or stock transport orders) that are still open or in process, which can also prevent changes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Clear Inspection Stock: The first step is to clear the inspection stock. This can be done by:
  
  Performing the necessary quality inspection and posting the results.
  If the stock is not acceptable, it may need to be moved to a blocked stock or scrapped.
  If acceptable, the stock can be moved to unrestricted stock.
  
  
  
  Check Related Documents: Ensure that there are no open documents that are referencing the stock. If there are, you may need to complete or cancel those documents before making changes to the party entitled to dispose.
  
  
  Review User Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to make the change has the necessary authorizations to do so. Sometimes, restrictions can be due to user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/PRDI for processing inbound deliveries, /SCWM/GR for goods receipt, and /SCWM/IM for inventory management.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to warehouse management and quality inspection processes to understand the workflow and how stock statuses are managed.
  Training: Consider training for users involved in warehouse management to ensure they understand the processes and implications of stock statuses.
  
  By addressing the inspection status and ensuring all related processes are completed, you should be able to resolve the error and change the party entitled to dispose of the stock.