How To Fix 8B667 - This Nota Fiscal was generated by an application

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 667

• Message text: This Nota Fiscal was generated by an application

What causes this issue?

The Nota Fiscal has been automatically generated by an application. The
usual way of reversing the Nota Fiscal is via that application.

How to fix this error?

You should only continue if you definitely want to reverse the Nota
Fiscal manually. The usual procedure is to reverse it from the
application (e.g. billing document, invoice check). Manually reversing
the Nota Fiscal is only recommended if the original document has been
reversed without the Nota Fiscal.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B667 - This Nota Fiscal was generated by an application ?

  The SAP error message 8B667, which states "This Nota Fiscal was generated by an application," typically occurs in the context of Brazilian tax compliance, specifically related to the Nota Fiscal (NF) electronic document system. This error indicates that the Nota Fiscal you are trying to process or modify was created by an external application rather than through the SAP system itself.
  Cause:
  
  External Application Generation: The Nota Fiscal was generated by a third-party application or system, which is not recognized by SAP.
  Integration Issues: There may be issues with the integration between SAP and the external application that generated the Nota Fiscal.
  Data Consistency: The data in the Nota Fiscal may not be consistent with what SAP expects, leading to this error when trying to process it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Source of Nota Fiscal: Check the source of the Nota Fiscal. If it was generated by an external application, you may need to handle it outside of SAP or ensure that it is properly integrated.
  Integration Configuration: If you need to work with Nota Fiscals generated by an external application, ensure that the integration between SAP and the external system is correctly configured. This may involve checking middleware or interfaces.
  Manual Processing: If the Nota Fiscal cannot be processed in SAP, you may need to handle it manually or through the external application that generated it.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to Nota Fiscal processing to ensure compliance with Brazilian tax regulations.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Nota Fiscal: A Nota Fiscal is a legal document in Brazil that serves as an invoice and is required for tax purposes. It is crucial for businesses operating in Brazil to ensure that their Nota Fiscals are compliant with local regulations.
  SAP Localization: SAP has specific localization solutions for Brazil that address the requirements for Nota Fiscal processing. Ensure that your SAP system is properly configured for Brazilian localization.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs in SAP for more detailed information about the error and any related issues that may provide further insights.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the error and ensuring proper integration and compliance, you can resolve the issue effectively.