How To Fix W#156 - Document & is confirmed by inbound delivery or rough goods receipt

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W# -

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Document & is confirmed by inbound delivery or rough goods receipt

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W#156 - Document & is confirmed by inbound delivery or rough goods receipt ?

  The SAP error message W#156 indicates that a document (such as a purchase order or a goods receipt) is confirmed by an inbound delivery or rough goods receipt. This typically occurs in the context of inventory management and logistics, particularly when dealing with inbound deliveries and goods receipts in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises when you attempt to perform an action (like canceling or changing a document) that is not allowed because the document is already linked to an inbound delivery or has been confirmed through a rough goods receipt. This means that the system has already processed the document in a way that prevents further modifications.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document in question. Ensure that it is not in a state that prevents changes (e.g., already confirmed or processed).
  
  
  Review Inbound Deliveries: Look for any inbound deliveries associated with the document. You can do this by checking the delivery document number linked to the purchase order or goods receipt.
  
  
  Cancel or Reverse the Inbound Delivery: If you need to make changes to the original document, you may need to cancel or reverse the inbound delivery or rough goods receipt that is linked to it. This can typically be done through the transaction codes:
  
  VL09: Cancel Goods Movement for Inbound Delivery
  MIGO: Goods Movement (to reverse the goods receipt)
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you are unsure about the implications of reversing documents or if you do not have the necessary permissions, consult with your SAP administrator or a colleague with more experience in SAP logistics.
  
  
  Check for Customizations: If your organization has custom processes or workflows in place, ensure that you are following the correct procedures as defined by your internal guidelines.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MIGO (Goods Movement), VL01N (Create Inbound Delivery), and VL02N (Change Inbound Delivery).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on handling inbound deliveries and goods receipts.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the appropriate roles and permissions to perform the necessary actions in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the W#156 error and proceed with your inventory management tasks in SAP.