How To Fix INV162 - The document was manually set to completed by user &1

INV162 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: INV - Check for Bill Receipt

• Message number: 162

• Message text: The document was manually set to completed by user &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message INV162 - The document was manually set to completed by user &1 ?

  The SAP error message INV162, which states "The document was manually set to completed by user &1," typically occurs in the context of invoice processing or document management within the SAP system. This message indicates that a user has manually marked a document as completed, which may lead to issues if there are still pending actions or validations required for that document.
  
  Cause:
  
  Manual Completion: A user has manually set the document status to "completed," which may not align with the expected workflow or business process.
  Pending Actions: There may be pending actions or validations that need to be completed before the document can be marked as completed.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured in a way that does not allow manual completion under certain conditions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Document Status: Check the status of the document to ensure that all necessary actions have been completed. This includes verifying that all required approvals, validations, and postings