How To Fix CFB417 - Goods movements transferred; posting not complete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFB - Messages for Consumer Products

• Message number: 417

• Message text: Goods movements transferred; posting not complete

What causes this issue?

Posting is not complete.

How to fix this error?

Check the posted goods movements. To find goods movements with errors,
you can use transaction COGI (<ZK>Postprocessing of Error Records from
Automatic Goods Movements</>). You can check successful goods movements
in display mode as follows:
For production orders:
In transaction CO03 (<ZK>Display Production Order</>) by choosing <ZK>
Goto</> -> <ZK>Documented Goods Movements</>
For process orders:
In transaction COR3 (<ZK>Display Process Order</>) by choosing <ZK>Goto
</> -> <ZK>Lists</> -> <ZK>Documented Goods Movements</>

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFB417 - Goods movements transferred; posting not complete ?

  The SAP error message CFB417 ("Goods movements transferred; posting not complete") typically indicates that there was an issue during the posting of goods movements in the system. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during inventory management, goods receipt, or goods issue processes. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Data: Required fields or data may be missing in the goods movement document.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to complete the posting.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the posting from being completed.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, there may be issues with batch determination or batch status.
  Stock Type Issues: The stock type (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection) may not allow the movement to be posted.
  Document Locking: The document may be locked by another user or process, preventing the posting from being completed.
  Background Job Failures: If the posting is being processed in the background, there may be issues with the background job.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Missing Data: Review the goods movement document for any missing or incorrect data. Ensure all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the goods movement. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with the security team.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to inventory management and goods movements. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Batch Management: If applicable, check the status of the batch and ensure that it is available for the movement. You can use transaction MSC3N to view batch details.
  Stock Type Verification: Ensure that the stock type allows for the movement being attempted. You can check stock types in transaction MMBE.
  Document Locking: Check if the document is locked by another user or process. You can use transaction SM12 to view and manage locks.
  Monitor Background Jobs: If the posting is being processed in the background, check the status of the background job in transaction SM37. Look for any errors or issues that may have occurred during processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MIGO (Goods Movement), MB1A (Goods Issue), MB1B (Transfer Posting), and MB1C (Other Goods Movements).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to inventory management and goods movements for best practices and guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with SAP support for further assistance.