How To Fix 8B351 - No goods receipt posted for selected purchase order item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 351

• Message text: No goods receipt posted for selected purchase order item

What causes this issue?

A goods receipt has not yet been posted for the purchase order item
specified.

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?

Post the goods receipt before the invoice.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B351 - No goods receipt posted for selected purchase order item ?

  The SAP error message 8B351 ("No goods receipt posted for selected purchase order item") typically occurs when you attempt to perform an action related to a purchase order (PO) item that has not had a goods receipt (GR) posted against it. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to create an invoice or perform a delivery.
  Causes:
  
  No Goods Receipt Posted: The most common cause is that the goods receipt for the specific purchase order item has not been posted yet.
  Incorrect Purchase Order Item: You may be trying to reference a purchase order item that does not exist or is not relevant for the action you are trying to perform.
  Document Status: The purchase order item may be in a status that does not allow for further processing (e.g., it may be blocked or canceled).
  Delivery Issues: If the goods were delivered but not properly recorded in the system, this could lead to the error.
  Data Entry Errors: Mistakes in entering the purchase order number or item number can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Post Goods Receipt: Ensure that a goods receipt has been posted for the purchase order item. You can do this by navigating to the appropriate transaction (e.g., MIGO) and posting the GR.
  Check Purchase Order Status: Verify the status of the purchase order item in the system. Ensure it is open and available for processing.
  Review Document Flow: Check the document flow for the purchase order to see if there are any discrepancies or missing documents.
  Correct Data Entry: Double-check the purchase order number and item number you are using to ensure they are correct.
  Consult with Procurement: If you are unsure about the status of the purchase order or the goods receipt, consult with the procurement or logistics team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to goods receipts and purchase orders include:
  
  MIGO: Goods Movement
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  ME22N: Change Purchase Order
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to post goods receipts and process purchase orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 8B351 and continue with your procurement processes in SAP.