How To Fix VV505 - Material & is blocked (Blocking table has not been updated)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VV - Requirements and availability

• Message number: 505

• Message text: Material & is blocked (Blocking table has not been updated)

What causes this issue?

Material &V1& (Plant &V2&) which you have processed is blocked by User
&V3&. The system has already made several unsuccessful attempts at
blocking your material in order to correct the lock entries for the
items which you have deleted or changed.

System Response

So as not to delay your work any longer, the system discontinues its
attempts at blocking and does not carry out any correction in the lock
table for Material &V1& in Plant &V2&.

How to fix this error?

Please keep in mind that this lock entry is still active and reserves
quantities for your transaction. Other users will not be able to use
them. You can remove the lock entry rectroactively by saving your
transaction as is, then recontinuing processing.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VV505 - Material & is blocked (Blocking table has not been updated) ?

  The SAP error message VV505, which states "Material & is blocked (Blocking table has not been updated)," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material master data processing. This error indicates that the system has identified a material that is blocked for certain operations, and the blocking table has not been updated accordingly.
  Cause:
  
  Material Blocked: The material in question is marked as blocked in the system, which prevents certain transactions from being processed.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material, such as missing updates in the blocking table.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions on the blocked material.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the material management module or related settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Status: Verify the status of the material in the material master record. You can do this by navigating to the material master (transaction code MM03) and checking the status in the relevant views.
  Unblock Material: If the material is indeed blocked and should not be, you can unblock it by changing the status in the material master. This typically requires appropriate authorizations.
  Update Blocking Table: Ensure that the blocking table is updated correctly. This may involve running specific transactions or programs to refresh the data.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform actions on the material. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to adjust the roles.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that may resolve known issues.
  System Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to material management and blocking criteria. This may require assistance from an SAP functional consultant.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MB1A (Goods Withdrawal) to manage materials effectively.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material management and error handling.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the VV505 error in SAP.