How To Fix 9J287 - No entries for doc. cat. &1 movement cat. &2 in removal sequence table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9J -

• Message number: 287

• Message text: No entries for doc. cat. &1 movement cat. &2 in removal sequence table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J287 - No entries for doc. cat. &1 movement cat. &2 in removal sequence table ?

  The SAP error message 9J287 indicates that there are no entries in the removal sequence table for the specified document category and movement category. This error typically occurs in the context of inventory management or warehouse management when trying to process a removal sequence for goods movement.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Missing Configuration: The removal sequence table may not have been properly configured for the specific document category and movement category you are trying to use.
  Incorrect Document or Movement Category: The document category or movement category specified in the transaction may not exist in the removal sequence table.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the relevant configuration tables.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the removal sequence in SAP. This can typically be found in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under:
  
  Logistics Execution -> Warehouse Management -> Removal Strategy -> Define Removal Sequence.
  
  
  Ensure that there are entries for the specified document category and movement category.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Entries:
  
  If the required entries are missing, you will need to create them. This involves defining the removal sequence for the specific document and movement categories that you are working with.
  
  
  
  Verify Document and Movement Categories:
  
  Double-check the document category and movement category being used in your transaction. Ensure they are correct and correspond to the entries in the removal sequence table.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  If you suspect data inconsistencies, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to ensure that the relevant tables are correctly populated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring removal sequences and understanding the specific categories involved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OMI1 (for defining removal sequences) or OMI2 (for displaying removal sequences) to manage and review the configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and entries, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.