How To Fix FI_E271 - PO &1 and line item &2 cannot be used for Fast Pay invoice PO reference

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 271

• Message text: PO &1 and line item &2 cannot be used for Fast Pay invoice PO reference

What causes this issue?

Purchase order (PO) &V1& and line item &V2& cannot be used for the PO
reference on Fast Pay invoices because both the goods receipt (GR)
indicator and the Origin Acceptance indicator must be set on the PO line
item for Fast Pay invoices.

System Response

The system does not release invoices that use this PO line item as
reference.

How to fix this error?

Use PO line items with both the GR indicator and the Origin Acceptance
indicator set.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI_E271 - PO &1 and line item &2 cannot be used for Fast Pay invoice PO reference ?

  The SAP error message FI_E271 indicates that there is an issue with a Purchase Order (PO) and its associated line item when trying to process a Fast Pay invoice. This error typically arises in the context of the Accounts Payable module when attempting to create or post an invoice that references a PO that is not eligible for Fast Pay processing.
  Cause:
  
  PO Status: The Purchase Order may not be in a status that allows it to be used for Fast Pay. For example, it might be closed, fully invoiced, or not fully delivered.
  Line Item Issues: The specific line item referenced may have issues such as being blocked for payment, not being relevant for Fast Pay, or having discrepancies in quantity or price.
  Fast Pay Configuration: The configuration settings for Fast Pay in the system may not allow the specific PO or line item to be processed.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type used for the invoice may not be compatible with Fast Pay processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check PO Status: Verify the status of the Purchase Order in the system. Ensure that it is open and eligible for invoicing.
  Review Line Items: Check the specific line item referenced in the error message. Ensure that it is not blocked and that the quantities and prices match the PO.
  Configuration Review: Review the Fast Pay configuration settings in the system. Ensure that the settings allow for the processing of the specific PO and line item.
  Use Standard Invoice Processing: If the PO or line item cannot be used for Fast Pay, consider processing the invoice using standard invoice processing methods instead.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configuration settings related to Fast Pay and any restrictions that may apply.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to check the PO details or MIRO (Enter Incoming Invoice) for invoice processing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to process Fast Pay invoices.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further troubleshooting.