How To Fix 8B554 - Item & of reference document missing but NF type is not "correction"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 554

• Message text: Item & of reference document missing but NF type is not "correction"

What causes this issue?

An item or item tax
of the reference document is missing, but the present nota fiscal type
is not "correction".

System Response

Not possible to proceed.

How to fix this error?

Create a sales order with nota fiscal document type "correction".

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B554 - Item & of reference document missing but NF type is not "correction" ?

  The SAP error message 8B554 indicates that there is an issue with a specific item in a reference document, where the item is missing, and the document type is not classified as a "correction." This error typically arises in the context of document processing, particularly in financial or logistics transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Item: The item referenced in the document is not found in the system. This could be due to deletion, incorrect entry, or a mismatch in the document reference.
  Document Type: The error specifies that the document type is not a "correction," which means that the system expects a valid item reference for the transaction being processed.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing master data or incorrect configuration settings.
  Incorrect Document Flow: The document flow may not be correctly maintained, leading to missing references.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Reference: Verify the reference document and ensure that the item in question exists and is correctly referenced. If the item has been deleted or is inactive, you may need to restore or reactivate it.
  Review Document Type: Ensure that the document type being used is appropriate for the transaction. If a correction is needed, consider using the correct document type that allows for corrections.
  Data Validation: Perform a data validation check to ensure that all necessary master data (e.g., material master, vendor master) is available and correctly configured.
  Transaction Logs: Check transaction logs or change logs to identify any recent changes that may have led to the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may be involved in the process, such as FB01 (Post Document), MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), or others depending on the context.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error message 8B554 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message 8B554 effectively.