How To Fix WM721 - Please enter ordering block

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM - IS-R Assortments

• Message number: 721

• Message text: Please enter ordering block

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WM721 - Please enter ordering block ?

  The SAP error message WM721 ("Please enter ordering block") typically occurs in the Warehouse Management (WM) module when there is an issue related to the ordering block for a material or storage location. This error can prevent users from processing certain transactions, such as goods movements or stock transfers.
  Cause:
  The error message WM721 is usually triggered by one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Ordering Block on Material: The material you are trying to process has an ordering block set in its master data. This could be due to various reasons, such as quality issues, stock discrepancies, or other business rules.
  
  
  Storage Location Block: The storage location where the material is stored may have an ordering block, preventing any movements or transactions involving that location.
  
  
  Plant-Level Restrictions: Sometimes, the plant associated with the material may have restrictions that lead to an ordering block.
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction due to the ordering block.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WM721 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check if there is an ordering block set for the material. If there is, you may need to remove it or adjust it based on your business processes.
  
  
  
  Check Storage Location:
  
  Verify if the storage location has any restrictions or blocks. You can do this by checking the storage location settings in the WM module.
  
  
  
  Review Plant Settings:
  
  Check the plant settings to ensure there are no overarching restrictions that could be causing the ordering block.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting the transaction has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. If not, consult with your SAP security team to adjust the user's roles.
  
  
  
  Consult with Business Process Owners:
  
  If the ordering block is intentional (e.g., due to quality issues), consult with the relevant business process owners to understand the reason behind the block and the appropriate steps to take.
  
  
  
  Transaction Logs:
  
  Review transaction logs or error logs to gather more information about the specific conditions that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and WM transactions for stock movements.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to WM721.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Warehouse Management to understand how ordering blocks are managed and the implications of removing them.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the WM721 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.