How To Fix BP317 - Please enter a document line item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BP - Budgeting and planning

• Message number: 317

• Message text: Please enter a document line item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BP317 - Please enter a document line item ?

  The SAP error message BP317 ("Please enter a document line item") typically occurs when a user attempts to save a document (such as a purchase order, invoice, or other financial document) without having entered any line items. This error is common in various SAP modules, including Materials Management (MM) and Financial Accounting (FI).
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  The document being created or modified does not contain any line items.
  The system requires at least one line item to be entered for the document to be valid.
  The user may have navigated through the document without adding any items or may have inadvertently deleted all line items.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BP317 error, follow these steps:
  
  Check Document Type: Ensure that the document type you are working with requires line items. Some document types may not allow saving without line items.
  Add Line Items: 
  
  Navigate to the line item section of the document.
  Enter the necessary details for at least one line item (e.g., material number, quantity, price, etc.).
  
  
  Review Required Fields: Make sure that all mandatory fields for the line item are filled out correctly. Missing required fields can also prevent the document from being saved.
  Save the Document: After entering the line items, attempt to save the document again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes, such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), MIRO (Enter Incoming Invoice), etc.
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to create or modify the document type in question.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for the specific module you are working with for additional guidance on document creation and line item requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.