How To Fix W4061 - &: & stock in quality inspection in previous period exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W4 - Messages for material discontinuation

• Message number: 061

• Message text: &: & stock in quality inspection in previous period exists

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 W4061 - &: & stock in quality inspection in previous period exists ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W4061: "&: & stock in quality inspection in previous period exists"
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This warning message appears when you try to perform a goods movement (such as a goods issue, transfer posting, or physical inventory posting) for a material, but there is stock in quality inspection (QI) from a previous posting period that has not yet been cleared or processed.
  In other words, the system detects that there is stock in the quality inspection stock category from an earlier period that still exists and has not been moved or settled. Since the stock in quality inspection is linked to quality management processes, it must be handled properly before further postings can be made in the current period.
  
  Why does this happen?
  
  The stock in quality inspection was posted in a previous period that is now closed or locked for postings.
  The stock has not been moved to unrestricted use, blocked stock, or scrapped.
  The system prevents postings that could cause inconsistencies in inventory valuation or quality management records.
  
  
  Solution / How to resolve:
  
  
  Check the stock in quality inspection:
  
  Use transaction MB52 or MMBE to check the stock overview for the material.
  Filter by stock type "Quality Inspection" (QI) and check the quantities and posting dates.
  
  
  
  Process the stock in quality inspection:
  
  Perform a transfer posting from quality inspection stock to unrestricted use stock or blocked stock, depending on the inspection results.
  Use transaction QA32 (Quality Management: Usage Decision) to make a usage decision for the inspection lot, which will move stock out of quality inspection.
  If the stock is obsolete or damaged, consider scrapping it using transaction MB1A or MIGO with movement type for scrapping.
  
  
  
  Open the previous period (if necessary and possible):
  
  If the previous period is closed and you need to post corrections, you may need to open the posting period temporarily in transaction MMPV or OB52.
  This should be done carefully and usually requires authorization and coordination with finance and controlling departments.
  
  
  
  Clear or adjust stock balances:
  
  Ensure that all stock in quality inspection from previous periods is either moved, scrapped, or otherwise cleared.
  After clearing, retry the original goods movement.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Posting periods and stock management: SAP enforces strict controls on posting periods to ensure data integrity. Stock movements related to quality inspection are tightly controlled because they affect both inventory and quality management.
  Quality Management integration: Stock in quality inspection is managed by QM module and linked to inspection lots. Usage decisions are critical to move stock out of QI.
  Message class: This message is usually a warning (W), so it may allow you to continue with the posting after acknowledging the warning, but it is recommended to resolve the underlying issue.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
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  Cause
  Stock in quality inspection from a previous (closed) period still exists and is not cleared.
  
  
  Effect
  System warns/prevents postings that could cause inconsistencies in inventory or QM data.
  
  
  Solution
  Process or clear the QI stock via usage decision, transfer posting, scrapping, or open previous period if necessary.
  
  
  Transactions
  MB52, MMBE, QA32, MIGO, MB1A, OB52, MMPV
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with specific transaction steps or further troubleshooting, feel free to ask!