How To Fix /SCWM/L3104 - Stock for required data does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/L3 -

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Stock for required data does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/L3104 - Stock for required data does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/L3104 Stock for required data does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is unable to find the stock for a specific material or location that is required for a particular operation, such as a transfer order, stock transfer, or inventory management process.
  Causes:
  
  No Stock Available: The most common cause is that there is no stock available for the specified material in the warehouse or storage location.
  Incorrect Material or Location: The material number or storage location specified in the transaction may be incorrect or not exist in the system.
  Stock Not Posted: Stock may not have been posted correctly in the system, or it may have been moved or removed without updating the system.
  Batch Management Issues: If batch management is enabled, the specific batch may not exist or may not have stock available.
  Stock Type Issues: The stock may be in a status that does not allow it to be used (e.g., blocked stock, quality inspection stock).
  Data Synchronization Issues: If there are issues with data synchronization between EWM and the backend system (like SAP ERP), it may lead to discrepancies in stock information.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Stock Availability: Verify if the stock for the specified material and location exists using transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) or LX03 (Warehouse Stock Overview).
  Verify Material and Location: Ensure that the material number and storage location are correct. Check for typos or incorrect entries.
  Post Stock Correctly: If stock has not been posted, ensure that the stock is properly received and posted in the system.
  Check Batch and Stock Type: If batch management is used, check if the required batch exists and has available stock. Also, check the stock type to ensure it is not blocked or in quality inspection.
  Data Consistency: If there are discrepancies, consider running consistency checks or re-synchronizing data between EWM and the backend system.
  Consult Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MMBE, LX03, LB03, and LB10 for stock overview and management.
  EWM Configuration: Review the EWM configuration settings to ensure that the warehouse structure and stock types are set up correctly.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for detailed information on stock management and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.