How To Fix RM791 - Reporting point & was deleted: Document can no longer be cancelled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RM - Messages for Repetitive Manufacturing

• Message number: 791

• Message text: Reporting point & was deleted: Document can no longer be cancelled

What causes this issue?

You want to reverse a backflushing document that refers to a reporting
point document. This means that the original posting was a reporting
point backflush. In the mean time, the reporting point in question has
been deleted due to a change in the routing.

System Response

Reporting point documents can only be reversed as long as the reporting
point at which the posting took place still exists. Therefore, the
backflush document cannot be reversed in this case.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RM791 - Reporting point & was deleted: Document can no longer be cancelled ?

  The SAP error message RM791 ("Reporting point & was deleted: Document can no longer be cancelled") typically occurs in the context of materials management or inventory management when you attempt to cancel a document that has been associated with a reporting point that has been deleted. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when dealing with goods movements, inventory adjustments, or other related transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Reporting Point: The primary cause of this error is that the reporting point associated with the document you are trying to cancel has been deleted from the system. Reporting points are often used in production and logistics processes to track the status of materials or production orders.
  Document Status: The document you are trying to cancel may have already been processed or finalized, making it impossible to cancel it.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect references to reporting points in the database.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Reporting Point: Verify if the reporting point associated with the document still exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction codes like OMLV for reporting points) and checking the status of the reporting point.
  Restore Reporting Point: If the reporting point was deleted by mistake, you may need to restore it. This could involve recreating the reporting point with the same parameters as before.
  Review Document Status: Ensure that the document you are trying to cancel is in a status that allows for cancellation. If it has already been processed, you may need to look for alternative ways to reverse the transaction.
  Consult with IT or SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with your IT department or SAP support team. They can help investigate the underlying data issues and provide guidance on how to proceed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MBST (Cancel Goods Movement), MIGO (Goods Movement), and OMLV (Maintain Reporting Points).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address specific issues and provide solutions or workarounds.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to reporting points and document cancellation processes to understand the implications of deleting reporting points.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RM791 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.