How To Fix RM053 - Movement type & not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RM - Messages for Repetitive Manufacturing

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Movement type & not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RM053 - Movement type & not maintained ?

  The SAP error message RM053, which states "Movement type & not maintained," typically occurs when a specific movement type is not configured or maintained in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during inventory management, goods movements, or when processing transactions related to materials.
  Cause:
  
  Movement Type Not Defined: The movement type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The movement type may not be properly configured in the relevant customizing settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified movement type.
  Missing Entries: There may be missing entries in the configuration tables related to the movement type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RM053 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Movement Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the following path:
  Logistics -> Materials Management -> Inventory Management -> Movement Types -> Define Movement Types
  
  Verify if the movement type in question is listed. If it is not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Maintain Movement Type:
  
  If the movement type is missing, you can create it by clicking on the "New Entries" button and filling in the required details.
  Ensure that all necessary settings (like stock type, movement type category, etc.) are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform transactions with the specified movement type. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Review Related Customizing Settings:
  
  Check related customizing settings that might affect the movement type, such as:
  
  Movement type determination
  Stock type settings
  Valuation settings
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on the movement type and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Movement Types: Movement types in SAP are used to classify different types of goods movements (e.g., goods receipt, goods issue, transfer postings).
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to movement types include:
  
  MB1A: Goods Issue
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  MB1C: Other Goods Receipts
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific movement type or error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.