How To Fix GRC01006 - This setting is only valid for goods receipt costing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GRC01 - Messages for goods receipt costing

• Message number: 006

• Message text: This setting is only valid for goods receipt costing

What causes this issue?

The Customizing setting <LS>Only save in case of error</> only applies
to goods receipt costing.
For every other cost estimate this setting is interpreted like the
setting <LS>save</>.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GRC01006 - This setting is only valid for goods receipt costing ?

  The SAP error message GRC01006, which states "This setting is only valid for goods receipt costing," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an issue related to the configuration of goods receipt (GR) costing. This error is often encountered in the SAP Materials Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with inventory management and valuation.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The settings for goods receipt costing may not be properly configured in the system. This can happen if the relevant configuration settings in the Customizing (SPRO) are not aligned with the business processes.
  
  
  Incompatible Settings: The system may be trying to apply a setting that is only applicable to goods receipt costing in a context where it is not valid, such as during invoice verification or other processes.
  
  
  Missing Master Data: There may be missing or incorrect master data related to materials, vendors, or purchasing info records that are required for the goods receipt process.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GRC01006 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Materials Management > Inventory Management and Physical Inventory > Goods Movement > Define Goods Receipt for Purchase Order.
  Ensure that the settings for goods receipt costing are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master records for the materials involved in the goods receipt.
  Ensure that the valuation class, price control, and other relevant fields are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Validate Purchase Order and Info Records:
  
  Review the purchase orders and purchasing info records associated with the goods receipt.
  Ensure that they are correctly set up and that the relevant pricing conditions are maintained.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates or Notes:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases patches or notes that provide fixes for known issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation related to goods receipt costing to ensure that all necessary steps and configurations are followed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test goods receipt to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes that might provide additional insights or solutions for this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), MIGO (Goods Movement), and MM03 (Display Material) to help troubleshoot the issue.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or discussion boards where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP MM for further assistance.