How To Fix WPOC013 - Rough goods receipts already exist for purchase order &, item &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WPOC - Messages for Package WPOC

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Rough goods receipts already exist for purchase order &, item &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WPOC013 - Rough goods receipts already exist for purchase order &, item & ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WPOC013 - Rough goods receipts already exist for purchase order &, item &
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you attempt to perform a goods receipt (GR) or related transaction for a purchase order (PO) item that already has a "rough" or preliminary goods receipt posted against it. In SAP, a "rough goods receipt" refers to an initial or temporary goods receipt document that has been created but not yet finalized or fully processed.
  Typically, this situation arises in scenarios such as:
  
  A rough goods receipt has been created but not yet confirmed or completed.
  The system detects that a preliminary goods receipt exists for the PO item, preventing duplicate or conflicting postings.
  The user tries to post a new goods receipt without clearing or completing the existing rough goods receipt.
  
  
  Explanation:
  
  Rough Goods Receipt: This is an intermediate step in the goods receipt process, often used in scenarios like subcontracting, quality inspection, or when partial deliveries are received and need to be confirmed before final posting.
  The system prevents multiple rough goods receipts for the same PO item to avoid inconsistencies in inventory and accounting.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check Existing Rough Goods Receipts:
  
  Use transaction codes like MB51 (Material Document List) or MB03 (Display Material Document) to find the existing rough goods receipt documents for the PO and item.
  Identify if there is an open or incomplete rough goods receipt.
  
  
  
  Complete or Cancel the Rough Goods Receipt:
  
  If the rough goods receipt is valid and should be finalized, complete the process by confirming or posting the final goods receipt.
  If the rough goods receipt was created in error, cancel or reverse it using transaction MBST (Cancel Material Document).
  
  
  
  Coordinate with Inventory/Procurement Teams:
  
  Ensure that the rough goods receipt is handled properly according to your organization's process.
  Avoid creating multiple rough goods receipts for the same PO item.
  
  
  
  Retry the Goods Receipt Posting:
  
  After clearing or completing the existing rough goods receipt, attempt to post the new goods receipt again.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This message is part of the SAP Logistics Execution or Materials Management module.
  Rough goods receipts are often used in complex procurement scenarios such as subcontracting or quality inspection.
  Proper handling of rough goods receipts is important to maintain accurate inventory and financial records.
  If you frequently encounter this error, review your business process to ensure that rough goods receipts are managed correctly.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
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  Error Message
  WPOC013 - Rough goods receipts already exist for purchase order &, item &
  
  
  Cause
  Attempt to post a goods receipt when a rough goods receipt already exists for the PO item
  
  
  Solution
  Identify and complete or cancel the existing rough goods receipt before posting a new one
  
  
  Related Transactions
  MB51, MB03, MBST, MIGO (Goods Movement)
  
  
  
  
  If you need further assistance, please provide details about the transaction you are performing and the business context.