How To Fix M7857 - Goods receipt or goods issue records do not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 857

• Message text: Goods receipt or goods issue records do not exist

What causes this issue?

The system could not find any data for the material and batch in the
batch where-used file. Possible causes are:
No material documents have been posted for this batch.
The system has been set so that the batch where-used file must be
built up manually. However, this has not yet been
done.

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?

Check whether there are any material documents for this batch.
<DS:TRAN.MB51>Proceed</>
Build up the batch where-used file.
<DS:TRAN.MB57>Proceed</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7857 - Goods receipt or goods issue records do not exist ?

  The SAP error message M7857 ("Goods receipt or goods issue records do not exist") typically occurs when you are trying to perform a transaction related to inventory management, such as a goods receipt (GR) or goods issue (GI), but the system cannot find any corresponding records for the material document you are referencing. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the posting of a goods movement or when trying to display or analyze inventory data.
  Causes:
  
  
  No Existing Document: The most common cause is that there are no goods receipt or goods issue documents for the material in question. This could be due to:
  
  The document was never created.
  The document was deleted or reversed.
  The document was created in a different plant or storage location.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Document Number: You may be entering an incorrect document number or reference that does not exist in the system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the goods movement documents.
  
  
  Data Synchronization Issues: In some cases, if you are working in a distributed system or with multiple instances, there may be a delay in data synchronization.
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: If you are using selection criteria that do not match any existing records, this error can occur.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Document Existence: Check if the goods receipt or goods issue document exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like MB03 (Display Material Document) or MB51 (Material Document List) to search for the relevant documents.
  
  
  Check Input Parameters: Ensure that you are entering the correct document number, material number, plant, and other relevant parameters.
  
  
  Review Authorization: Make sure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the goods movement documents. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  Check for Deletions or Reversals: Investigate if the document was deleted or reversed. You can check the document history or logs to see if any changes were made.
  
  
  Consult with IT Support: If you suspect a data synchronization issue or if the problem persists, consult your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate further.
  
  
  Use Alternative Reports: If you are trying to analyze inventory or movement data, consider using alternative reports or transactions that may provide the information you need without encountering this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MB03: Display Material Document
  MB51: Material Document List
  MIGO: Goods Movement
  MB1A: Goods Issue
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  MB1C: Other Goods Receipts
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to inventory management and goods movements for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.