How To Fix FI_E233 - Invoice recpt date &1 must be later than last invoice return date &2

FI_E233 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI_E - Message Class for FM English Developers

• Message number: 233

• Message text: Invoice recpt date &1 must be later than last invoice return date &2

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FI_E233 - Details

• The SAP error message FI_E233 indicates that there is an issue with the invoice receipt date in relation to the last invoice return date. Specifically, the error states that the invoice receipt date must be later than the last invoice return date. This is a validation check to ensure that the sequence of invoice processing is maintained correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Dates: The invoice receipt date you are trying to enter is earlier than the last invoice return date. This can happen if there was a return of an invoice that was processed after the receipt date you are trying to enter.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the dates, leading to the discrepancy.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system configuration or business rules may enforce this validation to prevent incorrect processing of invoices and returns.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the invoice receipt date and the last invoice return date. Ensure