How To Fix GOODSMOVEMENT005 - &1 goods movements were deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GOODSMOVEMENT - Messages for PP goods movements

• Message number: 005

• Message text: &1 goods movements were deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GOODSMOVEMENT005 - &1 goods movements were deleted ?

  The SAP error message GOODSMOVEMENT005 indicates that a certain number of goods movements (in this case, &1) have been deleted. This message typically arises in the context of inventory management and can occur for various reasons. Below are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Manual Deletion: Goods movements may have been manually deleted by a user with the appropriate permissions.
  Batch Job: A background job or batch process may have deleted the goods movements as part of a cleanup or archiving process.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database that led to the deletion of goods movements.
  System Errors: Technical issues or bugs in the SAP system could result in unexpected deletions.
  Authorization Issues: Users may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain goods movements, leading to confusion about their existence.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Change Logs: Review the change logs (transaction code MB51 or MB03) to see if there is a record of the deletion and who performed it.
  Recreate Goods Movements: If the deletion was unintentional, you may need to recreate the goods movements manually, if possible.
  Review Batch Jobs: Check if any batch jobs are scheduled that might be responsible for the deletion of goods movements. Adjust the job settings if necessary.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the inventory data to identify and resolve any inconsistencies.
  Authorization Review: Ensure that users have the correct authorizations to view and manage goods movements.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A, MB1B, MB1C, and MB51 for managing and reviewing goods movements.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on goods movement processes and error handling.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups to see if others have encountered similar issues and how they resolved them.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical support team to investigate further.