When posting the goods receipt in a stock transport order, what type of document is created in the receiving plant?

When a goods receipt is posted in a stock transport order, a material document is generated in the receiving plant to reflect the movement of goods. This material document serves as a record of the inventory change and is crucial for tracking the physical flow of materials within the system.

The reasoning behind the creation of just the material document stems from the nature of stock transport orders, where the focus is on the movement of goods rather than on financial transactions that would necessitate an accounting document. In the scenario of a stock transport order, the financial posts associated here are not immediate. Instead, any financial impact is recognized later when the related accounting documents are processed, such as when the invoice is received or when the stock is officially settled against accounts.

As a result, understanding that only a material document is created highlights the distinction between inventory management and financial postings in the context of stock transport orders, leading to clearer insight into how material movements are documented within SAP S/4HANA.