How To Fix WSTI_CALC067 - Recalculation results in a different book inventory for count time

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSTI_CALC - Physical Inventory Messages: Book Inv. Calc. at Count Time

• Message number: 067

• Message text: Recalculation results in a different book inventory for count time

What causes this issue?

The book inventory for the count time has already been calculated for
this item. The item currently has a book inventory of &V1& &V2&.
However, if you were to repeat calculation of the book inventory for the
count time for this item, the result would be &V3& &V2&, since the
quantity of relevant POS transactions has changed.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Repeat calculation of the book inventory for the count time before
writing off the inventory differences for this inventory document.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSTI_CALC067 - Recalculation results in a different book inventory for count time ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WSTI_CALC067:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WSTI_CALC067 - Recalculation results in a different book inventory for count time
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs during the inventory count process in SAP Warehouse Management (WM) or Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system tries to recalculate the book inventory at the time of the physical inventory count, but the recalculated book inventory differs from the previously stored book inventory.
  In other words, the system detects an inconsistency between the inventory quantity recorded at the time of the count and the recalculated quantity based on the current stock movements and postings. This discrepancy can arise due to:
  
  Stock movements (goods issues, goods receipts, transfer postings) that occurred after the count was started but before the count was finalized.
  Incorrect or missing stock postings that affect the inventory quantity.
  Timing issues where the inventory count snapshot and the stock data are not synchronized.
  Data inconsistencies or errors in stock records.
  Parallel processing or multiple users updating stock simultaneously.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During the recalculation step of the physical inventory process.
  When the system tries to validate the counted quantity against the book inventory at the count time.
  Typically during the posting of inventory differences or during the inventory count confirmation.
  
  
  Solution / How to resolve:
  
  
  Check for Stock Movements During Count:
  
  Verify if any stock movements (goods receipts, issues, transfer postings) were posted after the inventory count snapshot was taken but before the count was finalized.
  If yes, these movements cause the book inventory to change, leading to the error.
  Solution: Either reverse or adjust these postings or restart the inventory count to ensure no stock movements occur during the count.
  
  
  
  Lock Stock During Inventory Count:
  
  To avoid this error, ensure that stock is locked or blocked for movements during the physical inventory count.
  Use inventory locks or restrict warehouse activities during counting.
  
  
  
  Reconcile Stock Data:
  
  Run stock consistency checks (e.g., transaction codes like LX02, LX03 in WM or relevant reports in EWM) to identify inconsistencies.
  Correct any discrepancies found in stock records.
  
  
  
  Restart the Inventory Count:
  
  If the error persists, cancel the current inventory count and start a new count process ensuring no stock movements occur during the count.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing and System Settings:
  
  Review the settings related to physical inventory in WM/EWM.
  Ensure that the system is configured to handle inventory counts correctly, including the timing of snapshots and recalculations.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check for any SAP Notes related to WSTI_CALC067 for patches or known issues.
  If the problem is complex, consider raising a support ticket with SAP.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WM Physical Inventory: LI01, LI02, LI03, LI11, LI20
  EWM Physical Inventory: /SCWM/PI_CREATE, /SCWM/PI_COUNT, /SCWM/PI_POST
  
  
  
  Relevant Tables:
  
  Stock tables like LQUA, LAGP (WM)
  Inventory count tables in EWM
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes referencing WSTI_CALC067 or physical inventory reconciliation issues.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Schedule physical inventory during low activity periods.
  Communicate and coordinate warehouse activities to prevent stock movements during counting.
  Use system locks or warehouse management controls to prevent postings during inventory.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Description
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Stock movements after inventory count snapshot cause recalculation mismatch in book inventory.
  
  
  Effect
  System detects different book inventory during recalculation, triggering error WSTI_CALC067.
  
  
  Solution
  Prevent stock movements during count, reconcile stock data, restart count if needed.
  
  
  Prevention
  Lock stock during count, coordinate warehouse activities, check system settings.
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with specific steps or transaction codes related to your SAP system version, please provide more details about your environment (WM or EWM, SAP version, etc.).