How To Fix 9P096 - You cannot create a new line item from the generated line item

9P096 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9P - Russia and Ukraine class messages for development

• Message number: 096

• Message text: You cannot create a new line item from the generated line item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9P096 - You cannot create a new line item from the generated line item ?

  The SAP error message 9P096 ("You cannot create a new line item from the generated line item") typically occurs in the context of document processing, particularly when dealing with line items in financial documents or purchase orders. This error indicates that the system is preventing the creation of a new line item based on an existing generated line item, which is often due to specific business rules or configurations in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Line Item Restrictions: The system may have restrictions in place that prevent the modification or creation of new line items from generated ones. This is common in scenarios where line items are derived from other documents (e.g., invoices, purchase orders).
  Document Type Settings: Certain document types may have settings that restrict the creation of new line items based on existing ones.
  Incomplete Data: If the line item being referenced is incomplete or has missing mandatory fields, the system may not allow