Transfer Posting Plant to Plant in SAP 


In SAP Materials Management (MM), transferring stock between plants within the same company code is a critical process. This guide walks you through the procedures, including stock transfer, extending materials, stock type transfer, and purchase order-based transfers.

1. Transfer Posting from One Plant to Another

SAP allows you to transfer stock between plants using either the single-step or two-step procedure. Before performing the transfer, ensure that the material is extended to the receiving plant.

Step 1: Extend Material to the Receiving Plant

Before transferring stock, you must extend the material to the receiving plant using T-Code MM01.
  • Open T-Code: MM01
  • Enter your material number (XXXX)
  • In the "Organizational Levels" window, select Plant 2 (Receiving Plant)
  • Click Continue
  • A message appears: "The material already exists and will be extended."
  • Enter the required fields and Save
Once this is done, your material is now extended to Plant 2 and ready for transfer.

Step 2: Single-Step Stock Transfer (Plant 1 to Plant 2)

A single-step procedure allows stock transfer in one go.
  • Open T-Code: MIGO_TR
  • Select Movement Type: 301
  • Enter: 
    • Receiving Plant = Plant 2
    • Material Number = XXXXX
  • Fill in the required fields
  • Save the document
This process transfers unrestricted stock from Plant 1 to Plant 2 immediately.

Step 3: Stock Type Transfer (Unrestricted to Blocked Stock)

After transferring the stock, you may need to change its stock type from unrestricted to blocked stock in Plant 2.
  • Open T-Code: MIGO_TR
  • Select Movement Type: 344
  • Enter Plant 2
  • Confirm details and Save
Note: If you need to transfer blocked stock within the same plant, use Movement Type: 325.

2. Transferring Stock via Purchase Order (STO Process)

For inter-plant stock transfer, an STO (Stock Transfer Order) is used.

Step-by-Step STO Process:

Step 1: Create Stock Transfer Order (STO)

  • Use T-Code: ME21N
  • Enter the required details and maintain pricing conditions (e.g., freight)
  • Save the STO

Step 2: Create Delivery Document

  • Use T-Code: VL10G
  • Select the line item and click Background Button
  • A message appears: "See log for information."
  • Click on Log for Delivery Creation Button
  • Click on the line item → Document Button to generate the Delivery Document Number

Step 3: Picking and Post Goods Issue (PGI)

  • Use T-Code: VL02N
  • Perform Picking
  • Complete PGI (Post Goods Issue)

Step 4: Billing Process

  • Use T-Code: VF01
  • Generate the billing document and Save

Step 5: Outgoing Excise Invoice

  • Use T-Code: J1IIN
  • Process the excise invoice for outgoing goods

Step 6: Goods Receipt Against Outbound Delivery

  • Use T-Code: MIGO
  • Perform Goods Receipt (GR) against the outbound delivery

Step 7: Capture & Post Excise Invoice

  • Use T-Code: J1IEX
  • Capture and post the Excise Invoice

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the difference between single-step and two-step stock transfer?

  • Single-step transfer (Mvt Type: 301) moves stock directly from one plant to another. 
  • Two-step transfer (Mvt Types: 303 & 305) first issues stock from the sending plant, then receives it at the destination.

2. Why is material extension required before stock transfer?

Material must be extended to the receiving plant; otherwise, SAP will not recognize it as a valid material in the target location.

3. How do I transfer blocked stock between plants?

Blocked stock can only be transferred between the same plant using Movement Type: 325.

4. What is the purpose of STO in stock transfer?

STO (Stock Transfer Order) ensures a structured stock transfer with pricing conditions, goods movement tracking, and financial documentation.

5. What happens if stock transfer is not completed correctly?

Incorrect transfers may lead to inventory mismatches, accounting errors, or blocked stock that cannot be used in production.

6. How do I reverse a stock transfer in SAP?

To reverse a stock transfer, use T-Code: MIGO with the reversal movement type.

Conclusion

Stock transfers between plants in SAP require careful execution to avoid inventory issues.  Whether using a single-step movement (301), a stock type transfer (344), or an STO process, following the correct T-Codes and movement types ensures smooth transactions.

By using this step-by-step guide, you can confidently handle plant-to-plant transfer posting in SAP with ease.

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