How To Fix ARBERP_MAP199 - AN inv. &1: PO item ref. in item &2 missing or invalid; complete manually

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARBERP_MAP - Message class for package ARBERP1_MAPPINGS_CMN

• Message number: 199

• Message text: AN inv. &1: PO item ref. in item &2 missing or invalid; complete manually

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARBERP_MAP199 - AN inv. &1: PO item ref. in item &2 missing or invalid; complete manually ?

  The SAP error message ARBERP_MAP199 typically indicates an issue with the mapping of purchase order (PO) items to invoice items during the invoice verification process. This error suggests that there is a missing or invalid reference to a purchase order item in the invoice being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing PO Reference: The invoice item does not have a corresponding purchase order item reference.
  Invalid PO Reference: The PO item referenced in the invoice is either incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors or incorrect data entries in the invoice or PO.
  Incomplete PO: The purchase order may not be fully processed or may have been deleted or archived.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the invoice verification process in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  
  Manual Entry: As the error message suggests, you may need to complete the missing information manually. Check the invoice and ensure that the correct PO item reference is entered.
  Verify PO Details: Check the purchase order in the system to ensure that the referenced item exists and is valid. Make sure that the PO is not blocked or deleted.
  Correct Data: If there are any discrepancies in the data, correct them in the invoice or PO as necessary.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for invoice processing in your organization to ensure compliance with procedures.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes or updates related to this error message that may provide additional guidance or fixes.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as MIRO (Invoice Verification) or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to review and correct the relevant documents.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to invoices and purchase orders.
  Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing training to users involved in the invoice verification process to minimize data entry errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ARBERP_MAP199 error and successfully process the invoice.