How To Fix W4122 - &: & Stock value in current period/previous period still exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W4 - Messages for material discontinuation

• Message number: 122

• Message text: &: & Stock value in current period/previous period still exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W4122 - &: & Stock value in current period/previous period still exists ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message W4122:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W4122 & : & Stock value in current period/previous period still exists
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This warning message typically occurs during period closing activities in Inventory Management or Material Ledger. It indicates that there are still stock values (inventory balances) present in the current or previous posting period for the material or plant in question.
  More specifically:
  
  The system is trying to close or carry forward the inventory valuation for a period.
  However, it detects that stock values (quantities or values) still exist in the current or previous period.
  This means that the stock has not been fully cleared or the period has not been fully settled.
  It can also occur if there are open stock postings or unprocessed documents that affect stock valuation.
  
  
  Common Causes:
  
  Open stock quantities or values still exist in the material ledger or inventory for the period.
  Unsettled or unposted documents (e.g., goods movements, invoice receipts) that affect stock valuation.
  Period closing activities attempted before all postings for the period are completed.
  Incorrect or incomplete period-end closing procedures in Inventory Management or Material Ledger.
  Material ledger not fully settled for the period.
  Stock differences or inconsistencies in stock quantities or values.
  
  
  Solution / How to Resolve:
  
  
  Check Open Stock and Documents:
  
  Verify if there are any open or unposted goods movements, invoice receipts, or other inventory documents for the period.
  Post or reverse these documents as necessary.
  
  
  
  Complete Period Closing Activities:
  
  Ensure that all period-end closing activities for Inventory Management and Material Ledger are completed.
  This includes settlement runs, price determination, and inventory valuation.
  
  
  
  Run Material Ledger Closing:
  
  Execute the material ledger closing transaction (e.g., CKMLCP for actual costing) to settle and close the period.
  Make sure that the material ledger is fully settled for the period.
  
  
  
  Check Stock Balances:
  
  Use transaction codes like MB5B (Stocks for Posting Date) or MMBE (Stock Overview) to check stock balances.
  Investigate any discrepancies or unexpected stock values.
  
  
  
  Adjust or Clear Stock Values:
  
  If stock values are incorrect or inconsistent, perform necessary adjustments or corrections.
  This might involve physical inventory counts and posting inventory differences.
  
  
  
  Verify Period Status:
  
  Check the status of the posting periods in OB52 to ensure the periods are open or closed correctly.
  Avoid posting in closed periods.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes or OSS messages related to W4122 for specific patches or corrections.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CKMLCP – Material Ledger Closing Cockpit
  MB5B – Stocks for Posting Date
  MMBE – Stock Overview
  OB52 – Maintain Posting Periods
  MB1A/MB1B/MB1C – Goods Movements
  
  
  
  Modules Involved:
  
  Materials Management (MM)
  Controlling (CO) – Material Ledger
  Financial Accounting (FI)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes / KBAs:
  
  Check SAP Support Portal for notes related to W4122 or period closing issues in Material Ledger.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The warning W4122 indicates that stock values still exist in the current or previous period, preventing period closing or settlement. To resolve it, ensure all inventory postings are completed, material ledger is settled, and stock balances are consistent before closing the period.
  
  If you provide the exact context or transaction where this message appears, I can help with more tailored steps!