How To Fix ARBERP_MAP184 - Inv. item &1: assignment of GR for service item failed, check PO history

ARBERP_MAP184 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARBERP_MAP - Message class for package ARBERP1_MAPPINGS_CMN

• Message number: 184

• Message text: Inv. item &1: assignment of GR for service item failed, check PO history

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

For the service item in the invoice it was not possible to determine
exactly one goods receipt document. Either no goods receipt documents or
multiple goods receipt documents were found. The processing of the Ariba
Network invoice has to be stopped.

How to fix this error?

Check which service entry sheet is referenced in the invoice item.
Verify in the purchase order history whether the follow-on documents of
the purchase order are correct.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARBERP_MAP184 - Inv. item &1: assignment of GR for service item failed, check PO history ?

  The SAP error message ARBERP_MAP184 typically occurs in the context of Goods Receipt (GR) processing for service items in the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of the Goods Receipt to a service item in the purchase order (PO). Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Mismatch in PO History: The error may arise if there is a discrepancy in the purchase order history, such as an incorrect or missing entry for the service item.
  Service Item Configuration: The service item may not be properly configured in the system, leading to issues when trying to process the GR.
  Quantity Issues: The quantity being received may exceed the quantity ordered or may not match the expected quantity in the PO.
  Account Assignment Issues: There may be issues with the account assignment for the service item, such as missing or incorrect cost center or