How To Fix WSTI_MLT_INV_DOC004 - There is no stock type available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSTI_MLT_INV_DOC - Message object for WSTI_MLT_INV_DOC

• Message number: 004

• Message text: There is no stock type available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSTI_MLT_INV_DOC004 - There is no stock type available ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WSTI_MLT_INV_DOC004: There is no stock type available
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs during inventory management or warehouse processes (such as goods movements, stock transfers, or physical inventory postings) when the system cannot find an appropriate stock type for the material in the specified storage location or warehouse.
  Common reasons include:
  
  The material does not have stock in any stock type (e.g., Unrestricted, Quality Inspection, Blocked stock) in the specified storage location.
  The stock type configuration is missing or incorrect for the material or movement type.
  The warehouse management system (WMS) or inventory management (IM) settings do not allow the stock type for the transaction.
  The stock type is not maintained or activated in the system for the relevant plant/storage location.
  The stock is fully consumed or not yet posted in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Stock Availability:
  
  Verify if the material has stock in the relevant storage location and stock type.
  Use transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) or MB52 to check stock quantities and stock types.
  
  
  
  Check Stock Type Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the stock types (e.g., Unrestricted, Quality, Blocked) are properly maintained for the material and plant/storage location.
  Check customizing settings in SPRO under Inventory Management ? Stock Types.
  
  
  
  Review Movement Type and Stock Type Settings:
  
  Confirm that the movement type used in the transaction allows the stock type for the material.
  Check movement type configuration in SPRO under Materials Management ? Inventory Management and Physical Inventory ? Movement Types.
  
  
  
  Warehouse Management Settings:
  
  If using WM or EWM, verify that the stock type is correctly assigned and allowed in the warehouse number and storage type.
  Check if the stock type is allowed for the warehouse process or transfer order.
  
  
  
  Post Stock if Missing:
  
  If stock is missing, post the initial stock or goods receipt to create stock in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WSTI_MLT_INV_DOC004 for any patches or known issues.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MMBE – Stock Overview
  MB52 – List Warehouse Stocks on Hand
  MB1A, MB1B, MB1C – Goods Movements
  LT01 – Create Transfer Order (WM)
  LX01 – Inventory Count (WM)
  
  
  
  SPRO Paths:
  
  Inventory Management ? Stock Types
  Materials Management ? Inventory Management ? Movement Types
  Warehouse Management ? Define Stock Types
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and KBAs:
  
  Check SAP Notes for specific fixes or explanations related to this error.
  Example search terms: "WSTI_MLT_INV_DOC004 no stock type available"
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or process where this error occurs, I can help with more targeted troubleshooting steps.