How To Fix 8B565 - Could not create reference to invoice &1

8B565 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 565

• Message text: Could not create reference to invoice &1

What causes this issue?

The most likely cause is that the billing document which you are trying
to create a reference to (&v1&) has not been released to <LS>Financial
Accounting</> (FI).

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Release the billing document. If the accounting document has already
been created, check the withholding tax data in the billing document
that you are trying to release.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B565 - Could not create reference to invoice &1 ?

  The SAP error message 8B565: "Could not create reference to invoice &1" typically occurs in the context of invoice processing, particularly when there is an attempt to create a reference to an invoice that cannot be found or accessed. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Invoice Not Found: The invoice number specified in the error message does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the invoice.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in related tables.
  Document Status: The invoice may be in a status that does not allow it to be referenced (e.g., it may be blocked or already cleared).
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database problems or system configuration errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Invoice Number: Check if the invoice number (&1) exists in the system. You can