How To Fix 8I118 - Enter material for item &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8I - Localization India

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Enter material for item &

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 enter a valid material number for the specified item.
  Check Item Configuration: Ensure that the item type and category are correctly configured to require a material number. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (like SPRO).
  Review Document Type Settings: Check the settings for the document type you are working with to ensure that it is set up to handle materials correctly.
  Validate Data Entry: Double-check all entries to ensure that the material number is not inadvertently omitted or incorrectly entered.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the required fields for the document type, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), VA01 (Create Sales Order), or CO01 (Create Production Order).
  Material Master: Ensure that the material you are trying to enter exists in the system and is active. You can check this using transaction code MM03 (Display Material).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify the document in question.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.