How To Fix O3603 - Goods Issue Cancellation not possible: A GR already exists for this item

O3603 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O3 - IS-Oil: HPM messages (goods movements, QCI, deliveries)

• Message number: 603

• Message text: Goods Issue Cancellation not possible: A GR already exists for this item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O3603 - Goods Issue Cancellation not possible: A GR already exists for this item ?

  The SAP error message O3603, which states "Goods Issue Cancellation not possible: A GR already exists for this item," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and logistics when attempting to cancel a goods issue (GI) for an item that has already had a goods receipt (GR) posted against it. This situation can arise in various scenarios, such as when dealing with stock transfers, sales orders, or production orders.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system enforces a business rule that prevents the cancellation of a goods issue if there is a corresponding goods receipt for the same item. This is to maintain the integrity of inventory records and ensure that stock levels are accurately reflected.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following approaches:
  
  
  Check the Goods Receipt: Verify if a goods receipt has indeed been posted for the item in question. You can do this by checking the material document