How To Fix 8I508 - The material document & & is not a goods receipt.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8I - Localization India

• Message number: 508

• Message text: The material document & & is not a goods receipt.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8I508 - The material document & & is not a goods receipt. ?

  The SAP error message 8I508 indicates that the material document you are trying to process is not a goods receipt. This error typically occurs when you attempt to perform an operation that is only applicable to goods receipts, but the specified material document does not correspond to a goods receipt.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The material document you are referencing may be of a different type, such as a goods issue, transfer posting, or another transaction that does not involve a goods receipt.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow it to be processed as a goods receipt.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the document number or other related data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Document Type: Check the type of the material document you are trying to process. You can do this by using transaction code MB03 to display the material document and confirm its type.
  Check Document Status: Ensure that the document is in a status that allows for the operation you are trying to perform. If it is not a goods receipt, you will need to use the appropriate transaction for the document type.
  Correct Data Entry: Double-check the document number and any other relevant information you have entered to ensure it is correct.
  Use the Correct Transaction: If you are trying to perform a goods receipt, make sure you are using the correct transaction code (e.g., MIGO for goods movements) and that you are selecting the correct action (e.g., "Goods Receipt").
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MIGO: Goods Movement
  MB03: Display Material Document
  MB1A: Goods Withdrawal
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material document types and their respective processes.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions you are attempting.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.