How To Fix W4099 - &: & dependent special stocks at the vendor (totals) exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W4 - Messages for material discontinuation

• Message number: 099

• Message text: &: & dependent special stocks at the vendor (totals) 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?

Reduce the dependent <DS:GLOS.3526C0E9AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>special
stocks</> of the material at the vendor's to zero. You can then archive
the material.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W4099 - &: & dependent special stocks at the vendor (totals) exist ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation of the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W4099 & : & dependent special stocks at the vendor (totals) exist
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This warning message appears when you try to perform an operation (such as a goods movement, stock transfer, or vendor-related transaction) that affects special stock at the vendor, and there are dependent special stocks existing for that vendor in the system.
  
  Special stocks at the vendor refer to stock that is physically located at the vendor's premises but is still owned by your company. This is often managed under special stock indicators like Stock Type 'K' (Consignment stock at vendor) or Stock Type 'O' (Stock in transit).
  The message indicates that there are dependent special stocks (e.g., consignment stock, project stock, sales order stock) linked to the vendor that exist in total, which might affect the current transaction.
  The system issues this warning to alert you that the operation might impact these special stocks, and you should verify the implications before proceeding.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When you try to delete or change vendor master data or related stock data.
  When you try to perform stock transfers or goods movements involving special stocks at the vendor.
  When you attempt to clear or settle vendor-related stock balances.
  During inventory management or material document postings involving special stock.
  
  
  Solution / How to resolve:
  
  
  Check the special stock balances at the vendor:
  
  Use transaction MB54 (Consignment Stocks) or MB52 (List of Warehouse Stocks on Hand) with special stock indicators to check the quantities and details of special stocks at the vendor.
  Verify if the stocks are still valid or if they need to be cleared or transferred.
  
  
  
  Review dependent special stocks:
  
  Identify if there are any open purchase orders, consignment stocks, or project stocks linked to the vendor.
  Check if these stocks are still required or if they can be consumed, returned, or transferred.
  
  
  
  Adjust or clear special stocks if necessary:
  
  If the stocks are obsolete or no longer needed, perform appropriate goods movements to consume or return the stock.
  If the stocks are still valid, ensure that your transaction accounts for these stocks properly.
  
  
  
  Consult with logistics or inventory management teams:
  
  Since special stocks at the vendor involve physical stock ownership and location, coordinate with the relevant teams to understand the stock status.
  
  
  
  If the warning is acceptable, you may proceed:
  
  Since this is a warning (W message), you can often continue with the transaction after reviewing the information.
  However, ensure that you understand the impact on vendor stock balances.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Special Stock Types in SAP:
  
  K - Consignment stock at vendor
  O - Stock in transit
  Q - Quality inspection stock
  E - Sales order stock
  Project stock (stock assigned to a project)
  
  
  
  Transactions to check special stocks:
  
  MB54 - Consignment Stocks
  MB52 - List Warehouse Stocks on Hand
  MB5T - Stock in Transit
  ME2K - Purchase Orders by Account Assignment (to check open POs)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP OSS Notes related to special stock management and vendor stock issues.
  Review SAP Help Portal documentation on special stock management and consignment stock.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The warning W4099 alerts you that there are dependent special stocks at the vendor that exist and may be affected by your transaction. You should verify the special stock balances and related documents before proceeding to avoid inconsistencies in stock accounting and physical inventory.
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or scenario where this message appears, I can help with more specific guidance.