How To Fix W#817 - No transfer posting documents exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W# -

• Message number: 817

• Message text: No transfer posting documents exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W#817 - No transfer posting documents exist ?

  The SAP error message W#817 "No transfer posting documents exist" typically occurs when you are trying to perform a transfer posting in the system, but there are no relevant documents available for the operation you are attempting. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to transfer stock between storage locations, plants, or when dealing with inventory management.
  Causes:
  
  No Existing Transfer Posting Documents: The most straightforward cause is that there are simply no transfer posting documents available in the system for the specified criteria (e.g., material, plant, storage location).
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you are using to find the transfer posting documents may be incorrect or too restrictive.
  Document Deletion: The transfer posting documents may have been deleted or archived, making them unavailable for the current operation.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the transfer posting documents.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the transfer posting documents from being generated or displayed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Existence: Verify if there are any transfer posting documents available for the material and the specified criteria. You can do this by using transaction codes like MB51 (Material Document List) or MB03 (Display Material Document).
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria you are using are correct. Check the material number, plant, storage location, and other relevant fields to ensure they match the existing documents.
  Check Authorizations: Make sure you have the necessary authorizations to view the transfer posting documents. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Consult with IT Support: If you suspect that documents have been deleted or if there are configuration issues, consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate further.
  Recreate Documents: If the documents were deleted and are necessary for your operations, you may need to recreate them based on your business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  MB51: Material Document List
  MB03: Display Material Document
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to inventory management and transfer postings for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for more in-depth troubleshooting.