How To Fix 8B558 - Not possible to cancel billing doc. before NF is printed (internal no. &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 558

• Message text: Not possible to cancel billing doc. before NF is printed (internal no. &)

What causes this issue?

You are trying to cancel a billing document without cancelling the
corresponding nota fiscal. But this is possible only after the NF has
been printed.

System Response

Not possible to proceed.

How to fix this error?

Please print the nota fiscal and then cancel the billing document.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B558 - Not possible to cancel billing doc. before NF is printed (internal no. &) ?

  The SAP error message 8B558 indicates that it is not possible to cancel a billing document before the corresponding Nota Fiscal (NF) has been printed. This error typically arises in the context of Brazilian tax regulations, where the Nota Fiscal is a critical document for tax compliance.
  Cause:
  
  Nota Fiscal Requirement: In Brazil, the Nota Fiscal is a legal document that must be issued for sales transactions. The system enforces rules that prevent the cancellation of billing documents until the Nota Fiscal has been printed.
  Document Status: The billing document may be in a status that does not allow for cancellation until certain prerequisites (like printing the NF) are met.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to enforce this rule strictly, preventing any cancellations until the NF is processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Print the Nota Fiscal: If you need to cancel the billing document, first ensure that the Nota Fiscal is printed. Once the NF is printed, you should be able to proceed with the cancellation of the billing document.
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the billing document. If it is in a state that allows for cancellation after the NF is printed, proceed accordingly.
  Consult Configuration: If you believe this restriction is not necessary for your business process, consult with your SAP configuration team. They may need to adjust the settings related to billing document cancellations and Nota Fiscal processing.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use relevant transaction codes (like VF11 for cancellation) after ensuring that the NF has been printed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Nota Fiscal (NF): A legal document in Brazil that serves as an invoice and is required for tax purposes.
  SAP Configuration: The behavior of billing documents and Nota Fiscal processing can be influenced by configuration settings in the SAP system, particularly in the area of tax and billing.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to cancel the billing document has the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.