How To Fix 8B278 - Do not mix item type &1 with item type &2

8B278 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 278

• Message text: Do not mix item type &1 with item type &2

What causes this issue?

The Nota Fiscal item type &1 can not be mixed with the Nota Fiscal item
type &2.

System Response

Material document - Nota Fiscal interface error.
The material document is Nota Fiscal relevant and can only use item
types that are consistent with each other.
Only the following combinations are allowed:
Only one type of shipment can be used. For example consignment
shipment can not be mixed with future delivery shipment.
Returnable transport packaging shipment can be added to a shipment of
any other type.

How to fix this error?

Create multiple material documents; one per allowed combination.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B278 - Do not mix item type &1 with item type &2 ?

  The SAP error message 8B278 ("Do not mix item type &1 with item type &2") typically occurs in the context of document processing, particularly when dealing with purchase orders, sales orders, or other transactional documents. This error indicates that there is an attempt to mix different item types in a single document, which is not allowed by the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of different item categories or types in the same document. For example, you might have a mix of standard items and service items, or different item categories that are not compatible with each other. This can happen during the creation or modification of documents where the system expects uniformity in item types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Item Types: Check the item types in the document that is causing the error. Identify the different item types that are being mixed.
  
  
  Separate Documents: