Article 23 - GR Using MIGO

Article 23 - GR Using MIGO


Article 23: How do I create a Goods Receipt using transaction MIGO?

What is MIGO transaction?

MIGO is the universal transaction for posting all types of goods receipts in SAP MM[3]. It provides a flexible interface for different receipt scenarios and reference documents.

How to create Goods Receipt using MIGO:

Step 1: Access MIGO Transaction

  1. Enter transaction code MIGO
  2. Select "A01 - Goods Receipt" from the dropdown
  3. Choose reference document type

Step 2: Select Reference Document Type

Reference Type

When to Use

Example

R01 - Purchase Order

Receiving against PO

Vendor deliveries

R02 - Material Document

Reference to existing document

Return processing

R12 - Other

Receipt without reference

Initial stock entry

R06 - Reservation

Receipt against reservation

Project materials


Step 3: Enter Document Details

  • Purchase Order number (if applicable)
  • Material number or select from list
  • Quantity received (can be partial)
  • Plant and storage location
  • Batch number (if batch-managed)
  • Movement type (system usually suggests automatically)

Step 4: Verify Information

  1. Check material details in the Material tab[3]
  2. Review quantity information - you can receive partial quantities[3]
  3. Verify destination - plant, storage location, stock type[3]
  4. Check movement type - usually 101 for standard GR[3]

Step 5: Post the Goods Receipt

  1. Click "Check" button to validate all entries
  2. Review any error messages and correct if needed
  3. Click "Post" button to complete the transaction
  4. Note the material document number from confirmation message

What information do I need before starting?

Essential Data:

  • Purchase Order number (for PO-based receipts)
  • Material number or description
  • Actual quantity received
  • Delivery date
  • Storage location where materials should be placed

Optional Data:

  • Batch number (for batch-managed materials)
  • Vendor batch number
  • Shelf life expiration date
  • Quality inspection requirements

What if I receive partial quantities?

  • Change the quantity in the quantity field to actual received amount[3]
  • Original PO quantity remains visible for reference[3]
  • Purchase order stays open for remaining quantity
  • You can post multiple receipts against the same PO line



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