How To Fix O3604 - Goods issue reversal is not possible for two step transfer with G/L

O3604 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 604

• Message text: Goods issue reversal is not possible for two step transfer with G/L

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O3604 - Goods issue reversal is not possible for two step transfer with G/L ?

  The SAP error message O3604 indicates that a goods issue reversal is not possible for a two-step transfer with General Ledger (G/L) accounting. This error typically arises in the context of inventory management and logistics when attempting to reverse a goods issue that was part of a two-step transfer process.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Two-Step Transfer Process: In a two-step transfer, goods are first moved from the sending location to a temporary storage location (like a transfer location) before being moved to the receiving location. If the goods issue has already been posted for the first step, reversing it can lead to inconsistencies in inventory and accounting records.
  
  
  Accounting Entries: The error may occur if there are already accounting entries created for the goods issue that cannot be reversed due to the nature of the two-step transfer process. This is particularly relevant if the transfer involves different company codes or if the G/L accounts are already