How To Fix GOODSMOVEMENT023 - Problem with dependent goods movements. See long text.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GOODSMOVEMENT - Messages for PP goods movements

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Problem with dependent goods movements. See long text.

What causes this issue?

The entry quantities of the dependent items must either both be zero
or have a value other than zero.
In this case the combination of entry quantities is not allowed:
The quantity of the goods receipt item is 0 whereas the quantity of the
goods issue item is <> 0.
The quantity of the goods issue item is 0 whereas the quantity of the
goods receipt item is <> 0.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Change the entry quantities of the dependent goods movements as
necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GOODSMOVEMENT023 - Problem with dependent goods movements. See long text. ?

  The SAP error message GOODSMOVEMENT023 indicates that there is a problem with dependent goods movements. This typically occurs in scenarios where there are multiple goods movements that are interdependent, such as when a goods issue is linked to a goods receipt or when there are transfer postings that are not properly aligned.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete or Incorrect Data: The goods movement may be referencing data that is incomplete or incorrect, such as missing material documents or incorrect quantities.
  Document Status: The status of the related documents may not allow for the goods movement to be processed. For example, if a related goods movement is still in a "blocked" status.
  Dependencies Not Met: There may be dependencies between different goods movements that have not been satisfied, such as a goods receipt that has not been posted before a goods issue.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that are causing the goods movements to not align properly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Related Documents: Review the related goods movement documents to ensure that they are complete and correctly posted. Look for any missing or incorrect entries.
  Verify Document Status: Ensure that all related documents are in the correct status and that there are no blocks preventing the goods movement from being processed.
  Review Dependencies: Check if there are any dependencies that need to be resolved. For example, ensure that a goods receipt is posted before attempting to post a goods issue.
  Consult Long Text: The error message often has a long text that provides additional details about the specific issue. Review this long text for more context.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like MB03 (Display Material Document) or MB1A/MB1B/MB1C (Goods Movement) to investigate the specific goods movements involved.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to goods movements, such as MB1A (Goods Issue), MB1B (Transfer Posting), and MB1C (Other Goods Movements).
  Material Management (MM) Module: Understanding the MM module can help in diagnosing and resolving issues related to goods movements.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the goods movements and access the related documents.
  Consult SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the GOODSMOVEMENT023 error message.