How To Fix IVE_E_INVOICE069 - Inconsistency in data in payload and purchasing document: field &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IVE_E_INVOICE - Message class for IVE_E invoice services

• Message number: 069

• Message text: Inconsistency in data in payload and purchasing document: field &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IVE_E_INVOICE069 - Inconsistency in data in payload and purchasing document: field & ?

  The SAP error message IVE_E_INVOICE069 indicates that there is an inconsistency between the data in the invoice payload and the purchasing document. This error typically arises during the invoice verification process in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with electronic invoices or invoice processing in the context of SAP S/4HANA or SAP Ariba.
  Cause:
  The inconsistency can be caused by several factors, including but not limited to:
  
  
  Field Mismatch: The specific field mentioned in the error message does not match the corresponding field in the purchasing document. This could be due to incorrect data entry or changes in the purchasing document that were not reflected in the invoice.
  
  
  Data Format Issues: The format of the data in the invoice payload may not conform to the expected format in the purchasing document.
  
  
  Missing Data: Required fields in the purchasing document may be missing in the invoice payload.
  
  
  Versioning Issues: If the purchasing document has been updated or changed after the invoice was generated, this can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are causing the mismatch.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Error Message: Check the specific field mentioned in the error message to identify what data is inconsistent.
  
  
  Compare Data: Compare the data in the invoice payload with the purchasing document. Look for discrepancies in the values, formats, or missing fields.
  
  
  Correct the Invoice: If the invoice payload is incorrect, make the necessary corrections to ensure that it matches the purchasing document.
  
  
  Update Purchasing Document: If the purchasing document has changed, ensure that the invoice reflects these changes. This may involve re-generating the invoice or updating the relevant fields.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in SAP related to invoice processing and ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for guidance on handling this specific error.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MIRO (Invoice Verification) and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to help in your investigation.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and permissions to view and edit the purchasing documents and invoices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the IVE_E_INVOICE069 error.