How To Fix OM422 - Only 9xx movement types can be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OM - Customizing Materialwirtschaft

• Message number: 422

• Message text: Only 9xx movement types can be deleted

What causes this issue?

You want to delete a standard SAP movement type. You can only delete
movement types that you created yourself, that is, movement types
starting with '9'.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OM422 - Only 9xx movement types can be deleted ?

  The SAP error message OM422 ("Only 9xx movement types can be deleted") typically occurs when you attempt to delete a material document that is associated with a movement type that is not allowed for deletion. In SAP, movement types are used to classify the type of stock movement, and only certain movement types (specifically those starting with '9') are designated for deletion.
  Cause:
  
  Movement Type Restriction: The error indicates that the movement type of the document you are trying to delete is not a '9xx' type. Movement types starting with '9' are generally used for reversing or canceling transactions, while other movement types (like 1xx, 2xx, etc.) are used for standard stock movements and cannot be deleted.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow deletion, such as being part of a completed transaction or linked to other documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Movement Type: Check the movement type of the document you are trying to delete. You can do this by viewing the material document in transaction code MB03 or MB02.
  Use the Correct Movement Type: If you need to reverse a transaction, use the appropriate '9xx' movement type to create a reversal document instead of trying to delete the original document.
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you believe that the document should be deletable, consult with your SAP administrator or support team to understand the specific configuration and restrictions in your SAP environment.
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that the document is not linked to other transactions or documents that would prevent its deletion.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Movement Types: Movement types are defined in the SAP system and can be customized. You can view and manage movement types in transaction code OMJJ.
  Reversal Transactions: Familiarize yourself with how to perform reversals in SAP using the appropriate movement types (e.g., 901 for goods receipt reversal, 902 for goods issue reversal).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on movement types and their functionalities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OM422 error and understand the implications of movement types in SAP.