How To Fix RM187 - GR with document & posted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RM - Messages for Repetitive Manufacturing

• Message number: 187

• Message text: GR with document & posted

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

The system has posted the goods receipt for the materail. The movement
was recorded in document &V1&.

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 RM187 - GR with document & posted ?

  The SAP error message RM187 typically occurs in the context of Goods Receipt (GR) processing and indicates that there is an issue with the document that has already been posted. The error message RM187 specifically states that the goods receipt cannot be processed because the document has already been posted.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Posting: The most common cause of this error is an attempt to post a goods receipt for a document that has already been processed. This can happen if the user tries to post the same GR multiple times.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow further processing, such as being blocked or already completed.
  Incorrect Document Reference: The user may be referencing the wrong document number or trying to post against a document that does not exist in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document in question. You can do this by using transaction codes like MB03 (Display Material Document) or MB51 (Material Document List) to see if the document has already been posted.
  Avoid Duplicate Entries: Ensure that you are not trying to post a GR for the same document again. If the GR has already been posted, you may need to look for the original document and its details.
  Use Correct Document: Make sure you are using the correct document number and that it corresponds to an open or valid document for GR processing.
  Reversal of Previous GR: If a mistake was made in the previous posting, you may need to reverse the original goods receipt using transaction code MIGO (Goods Movement) and selecting the appropriate reversal option.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MIGO (Goods Movement), MB03 (Display Material Document), and MB51 (Material Document List) for checking and managing goods receipts.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this specific error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform goods receipt postings in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RM187 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.