How To Fix VLSC014 - No sufficient stock for component &1 with quantity &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VLSC - Components for subcontractor's inbound delivery

• Message number: 014

• Message text: No sufficient stock for component &1 with quantity &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VLSC014 - No sufficient stock for component &1 with quantity &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message VLSC014 indicates that there is insufficient stock for a specific component in a production or sales order. This error typically arises in scenarios involving inventory management, production planning, or sales order processing when the system attempts to allocate stock for a component but finds that the available quantity is less than what is required.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Inventory: The most common cause is that the stock level for the specified component is lower than the quantity required for the order.
  Incorrect Stock Type: The stock might be in a different status (e.g., blocked, quality inspection) that prevents it from being allocated.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or the bill of materials (BOM) that affect stock availability.
  Reservation Issues: If there are existing reservations for the stock that exceed the available quantity, this can lead to this error.
  Lead Time: If the stock is not available due to lead time or replenishment issues, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Stock Levels: Verify the stock levels for the component in question using transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) or MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks on Hand).
  Adjust Inventory: If stock is indeed low, consider replenishing the inventory through purchasing or production.
  Review Reservations: Check for any existing reservations that may be consuming the stock. You can use transaction code MB22 to view and manage reservations.
  Check Stock Status: Ensure that the stock is not blocked or in quality inspection. You can check this in the stock overview.
  Review BOM and Routing: Ensure that the bill of materials and routing are correctly configured and that the correct components are being referenced.
  Adjust Order Quantity: If possible, adjust the order quantity to match the available stock.
  Consult with Inventory Management: If the issue persists, consult with your inventory management team to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MMBE, MB52, MB22, and CO03 (for production orders).
  Material Master: Review the material master data for the component to ensure that all settings are correct.
  Stock Types: Understand the different stock types (unrestricted, quality inspection, blocked) and how they affect availability.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VLSC014 error and implement a solution to resolve it.