How To Fix EB156 - Document &1 was outsorted; release before further processing


EB156 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: EB - IS-U invoicing

  • Message number: 156

  • Message text: Document &1 was outsorted; release before further processing

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  • What causes this issue?

    Document &v1& has been outsorted as a result of automatic or manual
    outsorting checks in invoicing.

    System Response

    The invoicing run was not completed. A control document &V1& was
    generated, but nothing was posted to the account.

    How to fix this error?

    To continue processing the document, you must release it. To do this,
    choose <LS>Outsorting</> in invoicing. A list of all the outsorted
    documents is displayed together with the reasons for outsorting. Select
    the relevant document and release it.

    Procedure for System Administrators


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EB156 - Document &1 was outsorted; release before further processing ?
    The SAP error message EB156 indicates that a document has been "outsorted" and needs to be released before it can be processed further. This typically occurs in the context of document processing in SAP, particularly in the areas of logistics or finance where documents such as invoices, purchase orders, or other transactional documents are involved.
    
    Cause: The error message EB156 can occur due to several reasons: Outsorting Process: The document has been flagged for outsorting due to certain criteria not being met. This could be due to missing information, discrepancies in data, or specific business rules that require manual intervention. Approval Workflow: The document may require approval from a designated user or group before it can proceed to the next step in the process. Validation Errors: There may be validation errors that prevent the document from being processed, such as incorrect account assignments, missing tax information, or other compliance-related issues.
    Solution: To resolve the EB156 error, follow

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