How To Stock Transfers in SAP MM

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How To Stock Transfers in SAP MM: Stock transfer in SAP MM is used to transfer materials from one storage location, plant, or company code to another. It helps maintain accurate stock levels and ensures smooth supply chain operations.

How To Stock Transfers in SAP MM

How To Stock Transfers in SAP MM

Types of Stock Transfers

  1. Plant to Plant Transfer – Transfer between two different plants.
  2. Storage Location to Storage Location Transfer – Transfer within the same plant.
  3. Company Code to Company Code Transfer – Transfer between two different company codes.

A) Plant to Plant Stock Transfer (Movement Type: 301)

Steps

  1. T-code: MB1B or MIGO (preferred)
  2. Select “Transfer Posting” → “Other”
  3. Enter:
    • Movement type = 301
    • Material number
    • Quantity to be transferred
    • Source plant and storage location
    • Destination plant and storage location
  4. Click “Check” → “Post”

B) Storage Location to Storage Location Transfer (Movement Type: 311)

Steps:

  1. T-code: MIGO
  2. Select “Transfer Posting” → “Other”
  3. Enter:
    • Movement type = 311
    • Material number
    • Quantity to be transferred
    • Source and destination storage locations
  4. Click “Check” → “Post”

C) Company Code to Company Code Transfer (Movement Type: 303/305)

  • 303 – Transfer to receiving plant (in transit).
  • 305 – Transfer to receiving plant (receipt).

Steps

  1. T-code: MIGO
  2. Select “Transfer Posting” → “Other”
  3. Enter:
    • Movement type = 303 (sending) and 305 (receiving)
    • Material number
    • Quantity to be transferred
    • Source and destination company codes
  4. Click “Check” → “Post”

Also Read: Purchase Information Record (PIR) and Text in SAP MM

FAQ’s

Q1. What is the difference between Stock Transfer and Stock Transport Order (STO)

Stock Transfer – Direct movement of stock between storage locations, plants, or company codes using movement types.
STO – Involves a purchase order, outbound delivery, and goods receipt, providing better tracking and documentation.

Q2. What is the difference between movement type 301 and 311?

301 – Used for transferring stock between plants.
311 – Used for transferring stock between storage locations within the same plant.

Q3. How can I reverse a stock transfer?

Use movement type 302 (to reverse a 301 transfer).
Use movement type 312 (to reverse a 311 transfer).
T-code: MIGO → “Cancel” → Enter the material document number → Post.

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