How To Fix OC837 - No deletion possible, goods movements were posted into this tank

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OC - IS-Oil: BDRP Bulk Distribution Requirement Planning messages

• Message number: 837

• Message text: No deletion possible, goods movements were posted into this tank

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OC837 - No deletion possible, goods movements were posted into this tank ?

  The SAP error message OC837 "No deletion possible, goods movements were posted into this tank" typically occurs when you attempt to delete a tank or storage location in the SAP system, but there are existing goods movements associated with that tank. This means that the tank is still in use, and the system prevents deletion to maintain data integrity.
  Cause:
  
  Goods Movements: There are one or more goods movements (such as receipts, issues, or transfers) that have been posted against the tank.
  Open Transactions: There may be open transactions or stock that is still linked to the tank.
  Dependencies: The tank may be linked to other objects or processes in the system that prevent its deletion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Goods Movements:
  
  Use transaction codes like MB51 (Material Document List) or MB03 (Display Material Document) to check for any goods movements related to the tank.
  Identify and review the documents that are associated with the tank.
  
  
  
  Clear Open Transactions:
  
  If there are open transactions, you may need to complete or reverse them before you can delete the tank.
  Ensure that all stock movements are settled and that there are no pending transactions.
  
  
  
  Stock Overview:
  
  Use transaction code MMBE (Stock Overview) to check if there is any stock remaining in the tank.
  If stock exists, you will need to either transfer it to another tank or perform a stock adjustment.
  
  
  
  Delete Related Objects:
  
  If the tank is part of a larger process (like a production order or a maintenance task), ensure that all related objects are completed or deleted.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any internal documentation or guidelines regarding the management of tanks and storage locations in your organization.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MB51: Material Document List
  MB03: Display Material Document
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  MIGO: Goods Movement
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete tanks or storage locations in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.