How To Fix /SPE/RET121 - Original returns deliveries must not be posted goods receipt

/SPE/RET121 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/RET -

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Original returns deliveries must not be posted goods receipt

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/RET121 - Original returns deliveries must not be posted goods receipt ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/RET121 indicates that there is an issue with posting a goods receipt for original return deliveries. This typically occurs in the context of handling returns in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with the logistics and inventory management modules.
  
  Cause:
  The error message /SPE/RET121 usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The return delivery document type may not be configured to allow goods receipts.
  Status of the Return Delivery: The return delivery may already be in a status that does not permit further goods receipt postings.
  Posting Logic: The system may be set up in such a way that it does not allow goods receipts for original return deliveries, as they are typically processed differently.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the posting of goods receipts for certain types of return deliveries.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following