M8712 - No GR documents found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 712

• Message text: No GR documents found

What causes this issue?

The system did not find any GR documents corresponding to your selection
criteria. Possible reasons:
If you only entered goods receipt documents:
The goods receipt documents do not exist
The goods receipt documents are for purchase orders without GR-based
invoice verification.
If you only entered purchase orders:
No goods receipts exist for these purchase orders
The purchase orders do not have GR-based invoice verification.
If you entered goods receipt documents and purchase orders:
The goods receipt documents do not belong to the purchase orders.

How to fix this error?

Select F4 again and enter new selection criteria.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8712 - No GR documents found ?

  The SAP error message M8712 "No GR documents found" typically occurs when you are trying to perform a Goods Receipt (GR) transaction, but the system cannot find any associated GR documents for the specified criteria. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the posting of a GR for a purchase order or when trying to view GR documents.
  Causes:
  
  No Purchase Order (PO) or Delivery Note: There may not be any purchase orders or delivery notes that have been created for the items you are trying to receive.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type you are trying to use may not be valid for the GR process.
  Filters Applied: If you are using selection criteria or filters in your transaction, they may be too restrictive, leading to no results being found.
  Document Status: The documents may have already been processed or canceled, making them unavailable for GR.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the GR documents.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Purchase Orders: Verify that the relevant purchase orders exist and are in the correct status (e.g., not fully delivered or canceled).
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria you are using (such as document number, date range, etc.) are correct and not overly restrictive.
  Check Document Types: Make sure you are using the correct document type for the GR process.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that you have the necessary permissions to view and process GR documents.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like MB01 (Goods Receipt for Purchase Order) or MIGO (Goods Movement) to check for GR documents.
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about the status of the documents, consult with colleagues or your procurement department to verify the status of the purchase orders.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MIGO, MB1A, MB1B, and MB1C for various goods movements.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on Goods Receipt processes and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the M8712 error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the M8712 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.