How To Fix VL643 - Quantity of & & remains open after stock determination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 643

• Message text: Quantity of & & remains open after stock determination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL643 - Quantity of & & remains open after stock determination ?

  The SAP error message VL643 indicates that there is an issue with stock determination during the delivery process. Specifically, it means that there is a quantity of stock that remains open after the stock determination process has been executed. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of VL643 Error
  
  
  Insufficient Stock: The most common cause is that there is not enough stock available in the specified storage location or plant to fulfill the delivery quantity.
  
  
  Stock Segmentation: If stock is segmented (e.g., batch-managed stock), the system may not find suitable stock that meets the criteria for the delivery.
  
  
  Stock Type Issues: The stock may be in a status that does not allow it to be used for delivery (e.g., blocked stock, quality inspection stock).
  
  
  Delivery Quantity Mismatch: The quantity specified in the delivery may exceed the available stock quantity.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the stock determination process, such as incorrect settings in the material master or in the delivery document.
  
  
  Open Purchase Orders or Reservations: There may be open purchase orders or reservations that are consuming the stock, preventing it from being available for the delivery.
  
  
  Solutions to VL643 Error
  
  
  Check Stock Availability: Verify the stock levels in the relevant storage location or plant. Use transaction code MMBE to check the stock situation.
  
  
  Adjust Delivery Quantity: If the delivery quantity exceeds the available stock, consider adjusting the delivery quantity to match the available stock.
  
  
  Review Stock Types: Ensure that the stock is not in a blocked or quality inspection status. If it is, you may need to release or transfer the stock to unrestricted use.
  
  
  Batch Management: If batch management is in use, ensure that the correct batches are available and that they meet the delivery requirements.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for stock determination in the system. Ensure that the settings in the material master and the delivery document are correct.
  
  
  Clear Open Reservations: If there are open reservations or purchase orders that are consuming stock, consider clearing them if they are no longer needed.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  VL02N: Change Outbound Delivery
  VL03N: Display Outbound Delivery
  MB52: List of Warehouse Stocks on Hand
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to stock determination and delivery processing for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented for stock determination, check if any user exits or BAdIs are affecting the stock determination process.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VL643 error and implement a solution to resolve it.