Which documents does the system create when you post a goods receipt for a valuated material?

When a goods receipt is posted for a valuated material in the SAP system, the creation of a material receipt is a key aspect of this process. The material receipt serves as a confirmation that the goods have been received into inventory, and it documents the details such as quantity, material type, and other relevant specifications. This document plays an essential role in updating the inventory records and is crucial for inventory management as well as tracking the flow of materials.

In the context of the SAP S/4HANA environment, each goods receipt action leads to updates in both inventory and accounting records, but primarily affects the inventory management by creating a material document. This document acts as a formal record of the physical movement of goods into the company.

While an accounting document is indeed created as a part of the overall process, it is not directly associated with what is referred to when stating that a document is created upon posting a goods receipt. The accounting document reflects the financial impact of the goods receipt, but it is secondary to the creation of the material receipt which directly ties to inventory management.

Choosing the material receipt highlights the importance placed on keeping precise records of the physical flow of materials, which is a foundational element of effective supply chain and procurement processes in SAP S/4H