FAP_GRIR_STATUS018 - GR/IR Status &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAP_GRIR_STATUS - GRIR messages

• Message number: 018

• Message text: GR/IR Status &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAP_GRIR_STATUS018 - GR/IR Status &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FAP_GRIR_STATUS018 with the description "GR/IR Status &1 does not exist" typically occurs in the context of the Goods Receipt/Invoice Receipt (GR/IR) account reconciliation process. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific GR/IR status that is being referenced, which can happen for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Status Reference: The status code being referenced does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect status being used in the transaction.
  Configuration Issues: The GR/IR status may not be properly configured in the system. This can happen if the necessary settings in the configuration are missing or incorrect.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to GR/IR postings, such as missing entries or incorrect mappings.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might be causing the error by referencing a non-existent status.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Status Code: Verify the status code being referenced in the error message. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for GR/IR in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary statuses are defined and correctly set up.
  
  You can navigate to the configuration settings via SPRO > Materials Management > Inventory Management and Physical Inventory > GR/IR Clearing Account.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the GR/IR account to identify any discrepancies. You can use transaction codes like MB5S (for GR/IR clearing account) to analyze the postings.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify where the invalid status is being referenced.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to GR/IR processing for any known issues or updates that might address this error.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB51 (Material Document List), MB5S (GR/IR Clearing Account), and MRBR (Release Blocked Invoices) for further analysis.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to GR/IR issues in the SAP Support Portal, as they may provide specific fixes or workarounds for known problems.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.