How To Fix OPS_SE_INV021 - Records for GoodsMovementItem & & and & & do not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OPS_SE_INV - Inventory Management: Messages for Service Enabling

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Records for GoodsMovementItem & & and & & do not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OPS_SE_INV021 - Records for GoodsMovementItem & & and & & do not exist. ?

  The SAP error message OPS_SE_INV021 indicates that there is an issue with the Goods Movement Item records in the system. Specifically, it suggests that the system is unable to find the specified records for the goods movement item you are trying to process. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during inventory management, goods receipt, or goods issue processes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Records: The most common cause is that the records for the specified Goods Movement Item do not exist in the database. This could be due to:
  
  The goods movement was not posted correctly.
  The records were deleted or not created due to a previous error.
  The movement type used does not correspond to any existing records.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Input: The input parameters (like document number, item number, etc.) provided in the transaction may be incorrect or do not match any existing records.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database, possibly due to incomplete transactions or issues during data migration.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Input Parameters: Check the input parameters you are using in the transaction. Ensure that the document number, item number, and other relevant details are correct.
  
  
  Check Document Status: Use transaction codes like MB03 (Display Material Document) to check if the goods movement document exists. If it does not exist, you may need to recreate the goods movement.
  
  
  Repost Goods Movement: If the goods movement was not posted correctly, you may need to repost it. Ensure that all necessary data is provided and that the movement type is appropriate.
  
  
  Check for Deletions: If records were deleted, you may need to investigate why they were deleted and whether they can be restored or recreated.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages that might provide more context on why the records are missing.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: If you suspect data consistency issues, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure the integrity of the database.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), MB1B (Transfer Posting), and MB1C (Other Goods Receipts) to understand the context of goods movements.
  Movement Types: Understand the different movement types in SAP and their implications on inventory management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the OPS_SE_INV021 error in SAP.