How To Fix BOE_MESSAGE165 - Posted Bill of Exchange must have an internal number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOE_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Posted Bill of Exchange must have an internal number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOE_MESSAGE165 - Posted Bill of Exchange must have an internal number ?

  The SAP error message "BOE_MESSAGE165: Posted Bill of Exchange must have an internal number" typically occurs in the context of managing bills of exchange (BoE) within the SAP system. This error indicates that a bill of exchange that has been posted does not have an associated internal number, which is required for proper tracking and processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Internal Number: The bill of exchange was created or posted without generating an internal number. This can happen if the system settings or configurations are not correctly set up to generate internal numbers for bills of exchange.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error during the data entry process, leading to the omission of the internal number.
  System Configuration: The configuration settings for the bill of exchange processing in the SAP system may not be properly defined, leading to issues with number assignment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for bills of exchange in the SAP system is correctly set up. This includes checking the number range settings for bills of exchange to ensure that internal numbers are being generated correctly.
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings in the SAP system (usually found in the SPRO transaction) and verify the number range settings for bills of exchange.
  
  
  
  Repost the Bill of Exchange: If the bill of exchange was posted without an internal number, you may need to reverse the posting and repost it correctly, ensuring that the internal number is generated.
  
  Use the appropriate transaction codes to reverse the posting and then create a new bill of exchange.
  
  
  
  Manual Assignment: If the system allows, you may be able to manually assign an internal number to the bill of exchange, although this is not typically recommended as it can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources related to bills of exchange processing to ensure that all necessary steps are being followed.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations and attempting to repost, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system version or configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F-02 (General Posting), F-03 (Clear G/L Account), and others related to bill of exchange processing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or updates that address known issues.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to create and manage bills of exchange in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that bills of exchange are processed correctly within your SAP system.