How To Fix M7840 - No phys. inventory doc. exists for specified data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 840

• Message text: No phys. inventory doc. exists for specified data

What causes this issue?

There is no <GL:physical_inventory_document>physical inventory
document</> that satisfies the selection criteria you entered.

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?

NA_EINGABE_PRUEFEN
Try reducing the number of selection criteria.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7840 - No phys. inventory doc. exists for specified data ?

  The SAP error message M7840 "No physical inventory document exists for specified data" typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation related to physical inventory, but the system cannot find a corresponding physical inventory document for the specified data. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to post inventory differences or when attempting to display or process inventory documents.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Physical Inventory Document: The most common cause is that the physical inventory document you are trying to access does not exist in the system for the specified plant, storage location, or material.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The data you entered (such as document number, plant, or storage location) may be incorrect or does not match any existing physical inventory documents.
  Document Deletion: The physical inventory document may have been deleted or archived.
  Document Not Created: The physical inventory document may not have been created yet for the specified period or materials.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the physical inventory document.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Existence: Verify that the physical inventory document exists for the specified criteria. You can do this by navigating to the physical inventory document list (Transaction Code: MI03) and checking if the document is present.
  Correct Data Entry: Ensure that you are entering the correct plant, storage location, and material number. Double-check for any typos or incorrect entries.
  Create Physical Inventory Document: If the document does not exist, you may need to create a new physical inventory document (Transaction Code: MI01) for the relevant materials and locations.
  Review Deletion/Archiving: If the document was deleted or archived, you may need to restore it or create a new one.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and process physical inventory documents. Contact your SAP security administrator if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MI01: Create Physical Inventory Document
  MI02: Change Physical Inventory Document
  MI03: Display Physical Inventory Document
  MI04: Enter Inventory Count
  MI05: Display Inventory Count
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to physical inventory processing.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on physical inventory processes and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.