MICK002 - Movement type & is not defined for the required action

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MICK - MMIM Enjoy: Messages From Check Routines

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Movement type & is not defined for the required action

What causes this issue?

You have entered a <DS:GLOS.3526C0D0AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>movement
type</> that is not permitted for posting goods movements in this
transaction.

System Response

The system can only post the goods movement using a permitted movement
type.

How to fix this error?

Choose one of the permitted movement types from the list of
<DS:GLOS.3526B36DAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>possible entries</>.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MICK002 - Movement type & is not defined for the required action ?

  The SAP error message MICK002 indicates that a specific movement type is not defined for the required action in the system. This error typically occurs during inventory management or logistics processes when the system cannot find the appropriate configuration for the specified movement type.
  Cause:
  
  Movement Type Not Defined: The movement type you are trying to use is not defined in the system for the action you are attempting to perform (e.g., goods receipt, goods issue, transfer posting).
  Configuration Issues: The movement type may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant transaction or process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action associated with the movement type.
  Custom Movement Types: If you are using custom movement types, they may not have been set up correctly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Movement Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMJJ (or SPRO) to check the configuration of movement types.
  Ensure that the movement type you are trying to use is defined for the required action (e.g., goods receipt, goods issue).
  Verify that the movement type is assigned to the correct transaction and that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action associated with the movement type. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Movement Types:
  
  If you are using a custom movement type, ensure that it has been properly configured and that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the movement type and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Movement Types: Movement types in SAP are used to define the type of stock movement (e.g., goods receipt, goods issue, transfer posting) and are crucial for inventory management.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A (Goods Issue), MB1B (Transfer Posting), and MB1C (Other Goods Receipts) to understand where the error might be occurring.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on movement types and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MICK002 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.