How To Fix FISA_LOC721 - Posting of LIV document not possible; expenditure order not approved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FISA_LOC - FI Localization for KSA

• Message number: 721

• Message text: Posting of LIV document not possible; expenditure order not approved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FISA_LOC721 - Posting of LIV document not possible; expenditure order not approved ?

  The SAP error message FISA_LOC721 indicates that there is an issue with posting a Logistics Invoice Verification (LIV) document because the associated expenditure order has not been approved. This error typically arises in the context of public sector accounting or project management within SAP, where expenditure orders must be approved before any financial transactions can be processed against them.
  Cause:
  
  Unapproved Expenditure Order: The primary cause of this error is that the expenditure order linked to the LIV document has not been approved. In many organizations, expenditure orders must go through an approval workflow before they can be used for posting transactions.
  Incorrect Status: The expenditure order may be in a status that does not allow for postings, such as "Draft" or "Rejected."
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that enforce stricter controls on expenditure orders, requiring additional approvals or checks.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Expenditure Order Status: 
  
  Navigate to the expenditure order in question and check its status. Ensure that it is approved and in a status that allows for postings.
  If it is not approved, follow the necessary workflow to get it approved.
  
  
  
  Approval Workflow:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can initiate or expedite the approval process for the expenditure order.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact the appropriate personnel (e.g., a manager or finance team member) to approve the order.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to review the configuration settings related to expenditure orders in your SAP system. This may require assistance from an SAP functional consultant or system administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to your organization's internal documentation or SAP help resources for specific procedures related to expenditure order approvals.
  
  
  
  Error Logs:
  
  Check the error logs for any additional information that may provide context for the error. This can help in diagnosing if there are other underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CJ20N: Project Builder (to check project-related expenditure orders)
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display (to check related vendor transactions)
  KOB1: Orders: Actual Line Items (to view actual postings against orders)
  
  
  
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the appropriate roles and permissions to view and approve expenditure orders.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address known issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully post the LIV document. If the problem continues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.