How To Fix WRMA_FI014 - RMA posting run &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRMA_FI - Messages for RMA

• Message number: 014

• Message text: RMA posting run &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

RMA posting run &V1& does not exist. The RMA posting run is saved in
field &V2&. If you used an IDoc to import the data, then the data of
IDoc &V3& refer to a non-existent RMA posting run.

System Response

Processing is canceled. No agency document is created.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the transferred field &V2& contains the correct value.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRMA_FI014 - RMA posting run &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message:
  WRMA_FI014: RMA posting run &1 does not exist
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the system tries to reference or process an RMA (Return Material Authorization) posting run that has not been created or does not exist in the system. The placeholder &1 is replaced by the specific posting run number that the system attempted to access.
  Common scenarios causing this error include:
  
  Attempting to post or process an RMA posting run that was never created or has been deleted.
  Typing or entering an incorrect posting run number.
  Data inconsistencies or missing entries in the RMA posting run tables.
  Integration issues where the posting run number is passed incorrectly from one process to another.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Verify the Posting Run Number:
  
  Check the posting run number referenced in the error message.
  Confirm that this posting run number exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Check RMA Posting Run Data:
  
  Use transaction codes related to RMA posting runs (depending on your SAP module and version, e.g., in SAP RMA or SAP Returns Management).
  For example, check tables or reports that list RMA posting runs to confirm the existence of the run number.
  
  
  
  Create or Recreate the Posting Run:
  
  If the posting run does not exist, create a new posting run with the required parameters.
  If the posting run was deleted or corrupted, recreate it or restore from backup if possible.
  
  
  
  Correct the Posting Run Number Input:
  
  If the error is due to a manual input mistake, correct the posting run number and retry the process.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code or Enhancements:
  
  If your system has custom developments or user exits related to RMA posting runs, verify that they handle posting run numbers correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WRMA_FI014 or RMA posting run issues.
  Sometimes, patches or corrections are available for known bugs.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  RMA Posting Run: In SAP Returns Management or related modules, an RMA posting run is a batch or grouping of return postings processed together for financial or inventory updates.
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP system, transactions like /SCWM/RMA_POST or custom transactions may be used to manage RMA posting runs.
  Tables: Relevant tables might include those storing RMA posting run headers and items (names vary by system).
  Integration Points: RMA posting runs often integrate with FI (Financial Accounting) and MM (Materials Management), so ensure data consistency across modules.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to RMA posting runs and the error message WRMA_FI014.
  
  
  If the problem persists after these checks, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing details such as the posting run number, steps to reproduce, and system logs.