How To Fix GT551 - Scan only possible if termination in steps 2 or 5

GT551 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GT - Database utilities

• Message number: 551

• Message text: Scan only possible if termination in steps 2 or 5

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GT551 - Scan only possible if termination in steps 2 or 5 ?

  The SAP error message GT551, which states "Scan only possible if termination in steps 2 or 5," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Goods Movement process, particularly when dealing with the handling of goods in a warehouse or during inventory management.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when there is an attempt to perform a scan operation that is not aligned with the expected process flow in the SAP system. Specifically, it indicates that the system is expecting the process to be terminated at specific steps (step 2 or step 5) before a scan can be executed. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Process Flow: The user may have skipped necessary steps in the goods movement process.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to require certain conditions to be met before allowing a scan.
  User Error: The user may not be following the correct procedure for scanning items.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GT551 error, consider