How To Fix 8I118 - Enter material for item &


8I118 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 8I - Localization India

  • Message number: 118

  • Message text: Enter material for item &

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  • What causes this issue?

    The material number for the line item is not entered

    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?

    Please enter the material which you are sending out using this excise
    invoice.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8I118 - Enter material for item & ?
    The SAP error message 8I118 ("Enter material for item &") typically occurs in the context of creating or processing a document (like a purchase order, sales order, or production order) where a material number is required but has not been provided for a specific item.
    
    Cause: Missing Material Number: The most common cause of this error is that the material number has not been entered for the specified item in the document. Incorrect Item Type: The item type may not be set up to accept a material number, or the item may be incorrectly configured. Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake during data entry, leading to the omission of the material number.
    Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the document type or item category that require a material number but are not set up correctly.
    Solution: Enter Material Number: The simplest solution is to go back to the document and

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