How To Fix EIP046 - No goods movements are associated with this transaction

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EIP - Foreign Trade: Messages for Log Printout

• Message number: 046

• Message text: No goods movements are associated with this transaction

What causes this issue?

No goods movement (inbound/outbound delivery) is associated with this
business transaction. Quantities and weights are set to zero.

System Response

The system informs you of this situation.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EIP046 - No goods movements are associated with this transaction ?

  The SAP error message EIP046, which states "No goods movements are associated with this transaction," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or logistics processes. This error indicates that the system cannot find any goods movement records linked to the transaction you are trying to process. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  No Goods Movement Recorded: The most straightforward cause is that no goods movements have been recorded for the transaction you are trying to execute. This could happen if the goods receipt or goods issue has not been posted.
  
  
  Incorrect Document Reference: The transaction you are trying to process may reference a document that does not have any associated goods movements. This could be due to incorrect document numbers or missing entries.
  
  
  Transaction Type Issues: Certain transaction types may require specific goods movements to be present. If the required movements are not available, the error will occur.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the data integrity that prevent the system from recognizing the goods movements.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the goods movements, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Goods Movements: Verify if the relevant goods movements have been posted. You can do this by checking the material document or using transaction codes like MB03 (Display Material Document) or MB51 (Material Document List).
  
  
  Correct Document Reference: Ensure that you are using the correct document number or reference in your transaction. Double-check for any typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  Post Missing Movements: If you find that goods movements are missing, you may need to post them using the appropriate transaction codes (e.g., MIGO for goods movements).
  
  
  Review Transaction Type: Make sure that the transaction type you are using is appropriate for the goods movements you are trying to process. Consult your SAP documentation or configuration settings.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and process the goods movements. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error. Sometimes, there are known issues that have been documented by SAP.
  
  
  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 Receipts).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on goods movements and related processes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EIP046 error and implement a solution to resolve it.