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