How To Fix OM220 - Error creating movement type & - Tab. &, RC = &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OM - Customizing Materialwirtschaft

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Error creating movement type & - Tab. &, RC = &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OM220 - Error creating movement type & - Tab. &, RC = & ?

  The SAP error message OM220 typically occurs when there is an issue related to the configuration of movement types in the system. This error can arise during various processes, such as inventory management, goods movements, or when trying to create or modify movement types.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The movement type you are trying to create or use may not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing settings in the movement type configuration or incorrect parameters.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify the movement type.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like material master, plant, or storage location) may be missing or incorrectly set up.
  System Errors: There could be a temporary system error or inconsistency in the database.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Movement Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the movement type configuration in SPRO (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Inventory Management > Movement Types.
  Ensure that the movement type is correctly defined and all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action related to the movement type.
  You can use transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all required master data is available and correctly configured. This includes checking the material master, plant, and storage location settings.
  
  
  
  Check for System Errors:
  
  If the issue persists, check for any system errors or inconsistencies. You can look at the system logs (Transaction code: SM21) or check for any relevant dumps (Transaction code: ST22).
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Movement Types: Movement types in SAP are used to define the type of goods movement (e.g., goods receipt, goods issue, transfer postings) and control how the system processes these movements.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MB1A: Goods Issue
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  MB1C: Other Goods Receipts
  OMJJ: Movement Type Configuration
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and training materials related to inventory management and movement types for a deeper understanding.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the OM220 error in SAP.