How To Fix W4064 - &: & blocked stock returns in previous period exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W4 - Messages for material discontinuation

• Message number: 064

• Message text: &: & blocked stock returns in previous period exist

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 W4064 - &: & blocked stock returns in previous period exist ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W4064 & : & blocked stock returns in previous period exist
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This warning message appears during a goods movement or inventory posting transaction (such as a goods receipt or return delivery) when the system detects that there are blocked stock returns from a previous posting period that have not yet been processed or cleared.
  
  Blocked stock refers to stock that is physically present but is not available for use or sale due to quality issues, inspection, or other reasons.
  The message indicates that there are returns of blocked stock from a prior posting period that still exist in the system.
  SAP enforces period consistency and control, so it warns you that you are trying to post in the current period while there are unresolved blocked stock returns from an earlier period.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When you try to post a goods movement (e.g., return delivery, goods receipt) in the current period.
  The system checks if there are any blocked stock returns from previous periods that have not been cleared.
  If such returns exist, the system issues this warning to prevent inconsistencies in inventory valuation and period closing.
  
  
  Solution / How to resolve:
  
  
  Check for blocked stock returns in previous periods:
  
  Use transaction codes like MB51 (Material Document List) or MB5B (Stocks for Posting Date) to identify blocked stock returns that are still open or not cleared.
  Filter by material, plant, and posting date to find returns in previous periods.
  
  
  
  Clear or process the blocked stock returns:
  
  Post the necessary goods movements to clear the blocked stock returns from the previous period.
  This may involve posting a goods receipt, quality inspection, or transfer posting to move the stock from blocked to unrestricted use or scrapping.
  
  
  
  Adjust the posting period if necessary:
  
  If the previous period is still open for posting, you may post the returns in that period.
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it temporarily (with proper authorization) to post the returns.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance and Inventory Management teams:
  
  Ensure that the postings comply with company policies and accounting principles.
  Avoid posting in the wrong period to maintain accurate inventory valuation and financial reporting.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This message is a warning (W), not an error, so you may be able to proceed depending on system configuration, but it is recommended to resolve the underlying issue.
  The message helps maintain inventory and financial consistency across posting periods.
  The message text usually contains placeholders (&) that are replaced by specific information such as material number, plant, or document number.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Blocked stock returns from a previous posting period exist and are not yet cleared.
  
  
  Effect
  Warning issued to prevent posting inconsistencies across periods.
  
  
  Solution
  Identify and clear blocked stock returns from previous periods; post in correct period.
  
  
  Transactions
  MB51, MB5B, MIGO (for posting), OB52 (period management)
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with specific transaction steps or further troubleshooting, feel free to ask!