How To Fix GOODSMOVEMENT018 - No material documents exist for order &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GOODSMOVEMENT - Messages for PP goods movements

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No material documents exist for order &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GOODSMOVEMENT018 - No material documents exist for order &1 ?

  The SAP error message GOODSMOVEMENT018 indicates that there are no material documents available for the specified order. This typically occurs when you are trying to perform a goods movement (such as a goods receipt or goods issue) for an order that does not have any associated material documents.
  Causes:
  
  No Material Documents Created: The order you are trying to process does not have any material documents created against it. This can happen if the order was never processed or if the goods movement was not recorded.
  Incorrect Order Number: The order number you are using may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Order Status: The order may be in a status that does not allow for goods movements (e.g., it may be closed or completed).
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may not allow for goods movements if they are not configured correctly in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Order Status: Verify the status of the order in question. Ensure that it is open and eligible for goods movements.
  Create Material Documents: If no material documents exist, you may need to create them first. This can be done through the appropriate transaction (e.g., creating a goods receipt for a purchase order).
  Verify Order Number: Double-check the order number you are using to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for the order type and document type to ensure they allow for the necessary goods movements.
  Consult with SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MB1A (Goods Issue), MB1B (Transfer Posting), or MB1C (Other Goods Movements) to perform goods movements.
  Material Document Display: Use transaction MB03 to display material documents and verify if any exist for the order.
  Order Management: Familiarize yourself with the order management processes in SAP, including how to create and manage orders and their associated material documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.