How To Fix /SCWM/GOODS_MOVEMENT012 - Delivery &1, item &2: GR reversal no longer possible due to phys. inv. &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/GOODS_MOVEMENT -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Delivery &1, item &2: GR reversal no longer possible due to phys. inv. &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/GOODS_MOVEMENT012 - Delivery &1, item &2: GR reversal no longer possible due to phys. inv. &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/GOODS_MOVEMENT012 indicates that a Goods Receipt (GR) reversal is not possible for a specific delivery and item due to a physical inventory (phys. inv.) being conducted. This typically occurs in the context of warehouse management in SAP, particularly when dealing with stock movements and inventory management.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A physical inventory process is active for the stock in question.
  The system prevents any changes to stock levels (like a GR reversal) while a physical inventory is ongoing to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
  The specific delivery and item referenced in the error message are linked to the inventory that is currently being counted or processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Physical Inventory Status:
  
  Verify if a physical inventory is indeed active for the stock in question. You can do this by checking the inventory documents in the system.
  
  
  
  Complete or Cancel Physical Inventory:
  
  If the physical inventory is still ongoing, you may need to complete it or cancel it if it is no longer needed. This will allow you to proceed with the GR reversal.
  Ensure that all necessary counts and adjustments are finalized before canceling or completing the inventory.
  
  
  
  Wait for Inventory Process to Finish:
  
  If the physical inventory is necessary, you may need to wait until it is completed before attempting the GR reversal again.
  
  
  
  Consult with Inventory Management Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of canceling or completing the physical inventory, consult with your inventory management or warehouse team to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Transactions:
  
  Ensure that there are no other transactions that might be locking the stock or affecting the ability to perform a GR reversal.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MI01, MI02, MI03 for managing physical inventories, and MBST for reversing goods movements.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on handling physical inventories and goods movements.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform inventory and goods movement transactions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and proceed with your inventory and goods movement processes in SAP.