How To Fix PROD_CONF_MSGS009 - Invalid goods movement reference document type code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PROD_CONF_MSGS -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Invalid goods movement reference document type code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PROD_CONF_MSGS009 - Invalid goods movement reference document type code ?

  The SAP error message PROD_CONF_MSGS009: Invalid goods movement reference document type code typically occurs during the production confirmation process when the system encounters an issue with the document type associated with a goods movement. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to confirm production orders or when processing goods movements related to production.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Document Type Configuration: The document type used for the goods movement may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Missing or Inactive Document Type: The document type may not exist in the system or may be inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified document type.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may be causing conflicts with standard document types.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the document type field during the goods movement process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for goods movement document types and ensure that the document type in question is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Type Existence:
  
  Use Transaction Code: OMBT to check if the document type exists and is active.
  If it is missing, you may need to create it or activate it.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to use the document type.
  Use Transaction Code: SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments, review them to ensure they are not interfering with standard processes.
  Consult with your ABAP team if necessary.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Ensure that the document type is entered correctly in the relevant fields during the goods movement process.
  Double-check for any typos or incorrect values.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (Configuration)
  OMBT (Document Type Configuration)
  SU53 (Authorization Check)
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for production confirmation and goods movement to understand the expected configurations and processes.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.