How To Fix W4007 - &: & dependent storage location entries exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W4 - Messages for material discontinuation

• Message number: 007

• Message text: &: & dependent storage location entries exist

What causes this issue?

There are dependent storage locations with stock for the material
and for the plant.

How to fix this error?

No further editing is required for this message. Reduce the stock
in the storage locations. Then you can discontinue the material in
the plant.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W4007 - &: & dependent storage location entries exist ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W4007 & : & dependent storage location entries exist
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This warning message typically occurs when you attempt to delete or change a plant or storage location in SAP, but there are still dependent storage location entries or related data linked to it.
  
  The first placeholder (&) usually contains the object you are trying to delete or modify (e.g., Plant or Storage Location).
  The second placeholder (&) indicates the dependent storage location entries that still exist.
  
  In other words, the system prevents you from deleting or modifying a plant or storage location because there are still storage locations assigned to it or other dependent master data entries that would be affected.
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Trying to delete a plant that still has storage locations assigned.
  Trying to delete a storage location that is still referenced in material master, inventory, or other transactional data.
  Attempting to change organizational data without first removing or reassigning dependent entries.
  
  
  Solution / How to Resolve:
  
  
  Check Dependent Storage Locations:
  
  Use transaction OX09 to display storage locations assigned to a plant.
  Verify if there are storage locations still assigned to the plant you want to delete or modify.
  
  
  
  Remove or Reassign Dependent Entries:
  
  If you want to delete a plant, first delete or reassign all storage locations assigned to it.
  If you want to delete a storage location, ensure that no material master records, inventory, or open transactions reference it.
  Use transaction MM03 (Display Material) or MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks on Hand) to check if materials exist in the storage location.
  
  
  
  Clear Inventory and Open Transactions:
  
  Make sure there is no stock or open purchase/sales orders linked to the storage location.
  Use transactions like MB1A, MB1B, or MB1C to transfer or clear stock.
  
  
  
  Delete or Change After Cleanup:
  
  After removing or reassigning all dependent storage locations and clearing related data, retry the deletion or change.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This is a warning message (W), so sometimes the system may allow you to proceed with caution, but it is generally recommended to resolve dependencies first.
  Always ensure that deleting organizational units or storage locations does not affect ongoing business processes.
  Backup or document current settings before making changes.
  Consult with your SAP MM or Logistics consultant if unsure about dependencies.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
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  Details
  
  
  
  
  Message
  W4007 & : & dependent storage location entries exist
  
  
  Cause
  Attempt to delete/change plant or storage location with dependent storage location entries
  
  
  Solution
  Check and remove/reassign dependent storage locations and related data before proceeding
  
  
  Transactions
  OX09 (Storage Locations), MM03 (Material Master), MB52 (Stock Overview)
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with specific transaction codes or steps, feel free to ask!