How To Fix WH203 - Check for zero stock only possible in current period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WH - Messages for store physical inventory (DRS)

• Message number: 203

• Message text: Check for zero stock only possible in current period

What causes this issue?

You have tried to create physical inventory documents for materials
without zero stock, with a planned count date in the previous period.

System Response

It is not possible to peform a stock check for the previous period with
this program. This is why the program is terminated with this error
message.

How to fix this error?

To create the physical inventory documents you require, use a suitable
program, such as RM07II31. (Transaction M1319).

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WH203 - Check for zero stock only possible in current period ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WH203: "Check for zero stock only possible in current period":
  
  Error Message: WH203
  Text: Check for zero stock only possible in current period
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to perform a stock check or a stock-related transaction (such as a physical inventory count or stock check) for a period other than the current open period in Warehouse Management (WM).
  In SAP WM, stock checks or zero stock checks are only allowed for the current open inventory period. Attempting to perform these checks for a past or future period is not permitted because:
  
  The system restricts stock adjustments or checks to the current period to maintain data consistency.
  Inventory periods are managed strictly to ensure accurate stock valuation and reporting.
  The system prevents back-dated or future-dated stock checks to avoid inconsistencies in stock records.
  
  
  When does it typically occur?
  
  When running a zero stock check or physical inventory count in WM for a period that is not the current open inventory period.
  When trying to post inventory documents referencing a period that is closed or not yet open.
  When the inventory period settings in WM are not aligned with the FI/MM periods or the current date.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Inventory Period:
  
  Verify the current open inventory period in Warehouse Management.
  Use transaction LX01 or LX02 to check the inventory periods.
  Alternatively, check the inventory period settings in transaction OMJJ (Define Inventory Periods).
  
  
  
  Open the Correct Inventory Period:
  
  If you need to perform stock checks for a specific period, ensure that the period is open.
  Use transaction OMJJ to open the required inventory period.
  Note: Opening or closing inventory periods should be done carefully, usually by the warehouse or controlling team.
  
  
  
  Perform Stock Check in Current Period:
  
  Restrict your stock check or zero stock check to the current open inventory period.
  Adjust your transaction date or selection criteria accordingly.
  
  
  
  Align WM and FI/MM Periods:
  
  Ensure that the inventory periods in WM are aligned with the financial periods in FI/MM.
  Misalignment can cause period-related errors.
  
  
  
  Check User Entries:
  
  Make sure the user is not manually entering a posting date or inventory period outside the current open period.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Inventory Periods in WM: Inventory periods in Warehouse Management are independent of FI/MM posting periods but should be synchronized to avoid inconsistencies.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OMJJ: Define Inventory Periods
  LX01: Inventory Count - List of Inventory Documents
  LX02: Inventory Count - Change Inventory Documents
  LX03: Inventory Count - Display Inventory Documents
  
  
  Related Notes:
  
  SAP Note 123456 (example) might provide additional guidance on inventory period management.
  
  
  Best Practice:
  
  Always perform stock checks and physical inventory postings within the current open inventory period.
  Coordinate period openings and closings between warehouse management and finance departments.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or scenario where the error occurs, I can help with more specific guidance.