MIGO029 - The mvt type in the reference docmt cannot be converted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MIGO - Inventory Management: Interface

• Message number: 029

• Message text: The mvt type in the reference docmt cannot be converted

What causes this issue?

You want to post a goods movement but the movement type that you want
to use for the posting has not been maintained completely in the
system.
Possible causes are:
The movement type is not permitted for this transaction.
No subsequent movement type has been defined.
You do not have authorization to post a goods movement using this
movement type.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_SACHVERHALT OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN
If you do not have sufficient authorization, contact your system
administrator.
If a movement type has not been maintained completely, the missing data
must be maintained in Customizing for Inventory Management.
INCLUDE NA_CUST_MAINTAIN OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MIGO029 - The mvt type in the reference docmt cannot be converted ?

  The SAP error message MIGO029 ("The movement type in the reference document cannot be converted") typically occurs during the goods movement process in the MIGO transaction. This error indicates that there is an issue with the movement type specified in the reference document you are trying to use. Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Incompatible Movement Types: The movement type in the reference document may not be compatible with the movement type you are trying to use in your current transaction. For example, you might be trying to reference a document that has a different movement type than what is allowed for the current operation.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the movement type settings that prevent the conversion of the movement type from the reference document.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on the movement types that can be referenced.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Reference Document: The reference document may not exist, or it may have been deleted or archived, leading to issues when trying to reference it.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Movement Type Compatibility: Verify that the movement type in the reference document is compatible with the movement type you are trying to use. You can do this by checking the movement type configuration in the SAP system.
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the movement type settings in the SPRO transaction (Customizing). Ensure that the movement types are correctly configured for the operations you are performing.
  
  
  Use a Valid Reference Document: Ensure that the reference document you are trying to use is valid and exists in the system. If it has been deleted or archived, you may need to find an alternative document.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to movement types and MIGO transactions to understand the specific requirements and restrictions.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Movement Types: Movement types in SAP define the type of goods movement (e.g., goods receipt, goods issue, transfer postings) and have specific settings that determine how they behave in the system.
  MIGO Transaction: MIGO (Goods Movement) is the transaction used for various goods movements in SAP, including goods receipts, goods issues, and transfer postings.
  SPRO Transaction: SPRO is the transaction code used to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide, where you can configure various settings, including movement types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the MIGO029 error in your SAP system.