M7145 - Posting date earlier than last phys. inv. (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 145

• Message text: Posting date earlier than last phys. inv. (&)

What causes this issue?

You wish to post a goods movement that lies in the past. However, in
the meantime, a physical inventory was carried out for the material.

System Response

Depending on how the system is set, this message is either a warning
or an error message.

How to fix this error?

Find the physical inventory document for the material and check whether
any inventory differences were determined.
<DS:TRAN.MI22>Proceed</>
For example, inventory differences are possible if the physical
inventory was carried out although the material document
had not yet been posted.
In this case, you should carry out a new physical inventory after the
goods movement has been posted.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7145 - Posting date earlier than last phys. inv. (&) ?

  The SAP error message M7145, "Posting date earlier than last physical inventory," typically occurs in the context of inventory management when a user attempts to post a transaction with a posting date that is earlier than the date of the last physical inventory count. This is a safeguard to ensure that inventory records remain accurate and consistent.
  Cause:
  
  Posting Date: The posting date of the transaction you are trying to execute is set to a date that is earlier than the last physical inventory date recorded in the system.
  Inventory Management Control: SAP has controls in place to prevent postings that could lead to discrepancies in inventory valuation and stock levels.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Posting Date: Ensure that the posting date of your transaction is set to a date that is equal to or later than the last physical inventory date. You can adjust the posting date in your transaction.
  
  
  Review Last Physical Inventory Date: You can check the last physical inventory date by navigating to the relevant inventory management reports or transaction codes (like MI03 for physical inventory documents) to see when the last count was performed.
  
  
  Perform a New Physical Inventory: If necessary, you may need to conduct a new physical inventory count to update the last physical inventory date. This will allow you to post transactions with earlier dates if needed.
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you are unsure about the implications of changing the posting date or conducting a new physical inventory, consult with your SAP administrator or a colleague familiar with inventory management processes in your organization.
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: In some cases, the error may be related to specific configuration settings in your SAP system. If you have access, review the configuration settings related to inventory management and physical inventory processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MI01 (Create Physical Inventory Document), MI02 (Change Physical Inventory Document), MI03 (Display Physical Inventory Document), and MI04 (Enter Inventory Count).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on inventory management and physical inventory processes.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform the actions required to resolve the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M7145 error and proceed with your inventory transactions.