How To Fix /ACCGO/CMGL_PLOG008 - Positive movement type not maintained for '&1' action

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/CMGL_PLOG -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Positive movement type not maintained for '&1' action

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/CMGL_PLOG008 - Positive movement type not maintained for '&1' action ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/CMGL_PLOG008 Positive movement type not maintained for '&1' action typically occurs in the context of the SAP General Ledger (G/L) accounting or when dealing with inventory management. This error indicates that a positive movement type has not been defined for a specific action in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the system does not have a positive movement type configured for the specified action (represented by &1 in the error message). Movement types are used in inventory management to define how stock is moved, and if the system cannot find a corresponding movement type for a specific action, it will throw this error.
  
  
  Incorrect Action Definition: The action that is being attempted may not have been properly defined in the system, or it may not be linked to the correct movement type.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Movement Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMJJ (or SPRO for configuration) to access the movement type configuration.
  Verify if the movement type for the action in question is defined. If it is missing, you will need to create or modify the movement type.
  
  
  
  Define Positive Movement Type:
  
  If the movement type is not defined, you can create a new movement type or modify an existing one to ensure it is linked to the appropriate action.
  Ensure that the movement type is set up to allow positive stock movements.
  
  
  
  Check Action Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration for the action that is causing the error. Ensure that it is correctly set up to use the appropriate movement type.
  You can check the action configuration in the relevant customizing settings for your module (e.g., Inventory Management, G/L Accounting).
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the action again to see if the error persists. If it does, double-check the configuration to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Movement Types: Movement types in SAP are used to classify stock movements. Each movement type has specific settings that determine how the system processes the movement.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OMJJ for movement type configuration, SPRO for accessing the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide, and MB1A for posting goods issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on movement types and their configuration.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.