How To Fix WSTI008 - Texts for special stocks could not be read

WSTI008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSTI - Messages about Store Workbench, Physical Inventory

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Texts for special stocks could not be read

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSTI008 - Texts for special stocks could not be read ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WSTI008: Texts for special stocks could not be read:
  
  Error Message
  WSTI008: Texts for special stocks could not be read
  
  Cause
  This error typically occurs when the system tries to read or display texts related to special stock types (such as consignment stock, project stock, sales order stock, etc.) but fails because:
  
  The text entries for the special stock are missing or not maintained in the system.
  The relevant text tables or text objects for the special stock are not properly updated or are inconsistent.
  There might be authorization issues preventing the system from reading the texts.
  The special stock indicator or key used in the transaction is incorrect or not supported.
  Customizing or configuration for special stock texts is incomplete or incorrect.
  
  
  Explanation
  In SAP, special stocks are stocks that are managed separately from regular unrestricted-use stock. Examples include consignment stock (stock owned by the vendor but stored at the