How To Fix W4054 - &: & physical inventory indicator is set for blocked stock

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W4 - Messages for material discontinuation

• Message number: 054

• Message text: &: & physical inventory indicator is set for blocked stock

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W4054 - &: & physical inventory indicator is set for blocked stock ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W4054 & : & physical inventory indicator is set for blocked stock
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This warning message occurs when you try to perform a transaction or process involving stock that has the physical inventory indicator set for blocked stock. In SAP, stock can be classified into different statuses such as unrestricted, quality inspection, and blocked stock. The physical inventory indicator is used to mark stock for physical inventory counting.
  
  The message indicates that the stock you are trying to process is blocked stock and has a physical inventory indicator set.
  Blocked stock is stock that is not available for use or sale, often due to quality issues or other reasons.
  The physical inventory indicator means that this stock is scheduled or flagged for physical inventory counting.
  Certain transactions or movements are restricted or not allowed on stock that is both blocked and flagged for physical inventory.
  
  
  When does this occur?
  
  During goods movements (e.g., transfer postings, goods issues, goods receipts) involving blocked stock flagged for physical inventory.
  When trying to post inventory changes or adjustments on stock that is physically counted or locked for inventory.
  During physical inventory processing or related transactions.
  
  
  Solution / How to resolve:
  
  
  Check the stock status and physical inventory indicator:
  
  Use transaction MB52 or MMBE to check the stock overview.
  Verify if the stock is indeed blocked and has the physical inventory indicator set.
  
  
  
  Remove or adjust the physical inventory indicator if appropriate:
  
  If the stock should no longer be flagged for physical inventory, you can remove the indicator.
  This is usually done via transaction MI02 (Change Physical Inventory Document) or by adjusting the physical inventory document status.
  Alternatively, if the physical inventory process is ongoing, wait until it is completed.
  
  
  
  Release the blocked stock if necessary:
  
  If the stock is blocked but should be available for movement, unblock it via transaction MB1B (Transfer Posting) or MIGO with appropriate movement type.
  Note: Unblocking stock should be done only if quality or business reasons allow.
  
  
  
  Coordinate with Inventory/Quality Management:
  
  Since blocked stock often relates to quality issues, coordinate with QM or inventory teams before making changes.
  Ensure that physical inventory counting is completed or properly closed.
  
  
  
  Check customizing settings:
  
  Sometimes, the system behavior depends on configuration in Inventory Management and Physical Inventory settings.
  Verify if the physical inventory indicator is correctly set up for blocked stock in customizing (SPRO).
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Physical Inventory Indicator: This is a flag that marks stock for physical inventory counting. It prevents stock movements to ensure accurate counting.
  Blocked Stock: Stock that is not available for use or sale, often due to quality inspection or other restrictions.
  Transactions involved: MIGO, MB1B, MI02, MI04, MI07, etc.
  Related SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to physical inventory and blocked stock handling.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Description
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Attempt to move or process blocked stock flagged for physical inventory.
  
  
  Effect
  System issues warning W4054 and restricts the transaction.
  
  
  Solution
  Remove physical inventory indicator if appropriate, unblock stock if allowed, or complete physical inventory process.
  
  
  Transactions
  MIGO, MI02, MB52, MMBE, MI04, MI07
  
  
  Notes
  Coordinate with QM and inventory teams; check customizing and SAP Notes if needed.
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with specific transaction steps or customizing paths, feel free to ask!