How To Fix IS198 - The date of the last goods movement was deleted or backdated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IS - Equipment management

• Message number: 198

• Message text: The date of the last goods movement was deleted or backdated

What causes this issue?

You have backdated or deleted an existing date for the last goods
movement.
As a result of this, inconsistencies can arise between the stock data of
the inventory management (IM) and the stock data of the serial numbers
(see also Note 670837).

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?

You should pay particular attention to this warning, if the stock
check is set to an error message in the relevant serial number profile.
Use the serial number history to check whether all the goods movements
that are after the date that you just defined were cancelled for this
serial number.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IS198 - The date of the last goods movement was deleted or backdated ?

  The SAP error message IS198, which states "The date of the last goods movement was deleted or backdated," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and goods movements. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the date of the last goods movement for a material, which can affect inventory valuation and reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Backdating Transactions: If a goods movement (like a goods receipt or goods issue) is backdated to a date earlier than the last recorded goods movement, it can lead to this error.
  Deletion of Goods Movements: If a goods movement is deleted, it can cause the system to lose track of the last valid movement date.
  Incorrect Date Entries: Manual entries of dates that do not align with the system's records can also trigger this error.
  System Configuration Issues: Sometimes, configuration settings in the SAP system related to inventory management can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Goods Movement History: Review the goods movement history for the material in question. You can use transaction codes like MB51 (Material Document List) to see the history of movements.
  Repost or Correct Movements: If a movement was backdated or deleted incorrectly, you may need to repost the goods movement with the correct date or restore the deleted movement if possible.
  Adjust Dates: If you find that a transaction was backdated, consider adjusting the date to ensure it is in line with the last goods movement.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team to investigate further and resolve any underlying configuration issues.
  Review Configuration Settings: Ensure that the configuration settings for inventory management are correctly set up to prevent such issues in the future.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), MB1B (Transfer Posting), and MB1C (Other Goods Receipts) for managing goods movements.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on inventory management and goods movement processes.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to perform goods movements and that they are trained on the correct procedures to avoid errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IS198 error and implement a solution to resolve it.