How To Fix /ACCGO/CMGL_PLOG025 - Goods receipt created without reference; document number &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/CMGL_PLOG -

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Goods receipt created without reference; document number &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/CMGL_PLOG025 - Goods receipt created without reference; document number &1 ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/CMGL_PLOG025 Goods receipt created without reference; document number &1 typically indicates that a goods receipt (GR) was created without a reference to a purchase order (PO) or another document that normally provides context for the transaction. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when a goods receipt is entered manually or when there is a system issue.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Entry: The goods receipt was entered manually without referencing a purchase order or another document.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to allow goods receipts without references, which can lead to this error if certain conditions are not met.
  Missing Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the system that prevents the reference from being established.
  User Error: The user may have inadvertently skipped the reference field during the goods receipt entry process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Entry: Verify the goods receipt entry to ensure that it was intended to be created without a reference. If it was supposed to reference a PO, correct the entry.
  Create Reference: If applicable, create a reference document (like a purchase order) and then create the goods receipt against that reference.
  Review Configuration: Check the system configuration to see if it allows for goods receipts without references. If this is not desired, consider adjusting the settings.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team to understand the implications of creating goods receipts without references.
  Error Handling: If this error is occurring frequently, consider implementing error handling procedures or training for users to ensure that they are correctly entering goods receipts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to look at transaction codes like MIGO (Goods Movement) or MB1A (Goods Withdrawal) to review the goods receipt process.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Training: Providing training for users on the correct procedures for entering goods receipts can help prevent this error from occurring in the future.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about why the goods receipt was created without a reference.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP logistics and materials management.