How To Fix M7189 - Document & cannot be changed, cancelled, or copied

M7189 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 189

• Message text: Document & cannot be changed, cancelled, or copied

What causes this issue?

The document you entered has been transferred from the SAP System. The
document lines are not complete. Therefore, it is not possible to
change, cancel, or copy this document.

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?

Enter the reversal movement type without document reference.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7189 - Document & cannot be changed, cancelled, or copied ?

  The SAP error message M7189 ("Document & cannot be changed, cancelled, or copied") typically occurs when you attempt to modify, cancel, or copy a document that is in a status that does not allow such actions. This can happen in various modules, such as Materials Management (MM) or Sales and Distribution (SD), and is often related to documents like purchase orders, sales orders, or inventory documents.
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that prohibits changes, such as being fully processed, completed, or archived.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on modifications based on business rules or configurations.
  Posting Period: The document may belong to a closed posting period, preventing any changes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the document.
  Dependencies: The document may be linked to other documents or processes that restrict changes (e.g., linked invoices or deliveries).
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Review