How To Fix J1B_NFE077 - Outgoing document &1 has not been authorized; current status is &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J1B_NFE - Message class for NF-e

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Outgoing document &1 has not been authorized; current status is &2

What causes this issue?

The incoming electronic fiscal document has not been authorized by the
tax authorities.

System Response

Posting a goods receipt for a document without authorization is not
allowed.

How to fix this error?

Do not accept the incoming electronic fiscal document.

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 J1B_NFE077 - Outgoing document &1 has not been authorized; current status is &2 ?

  The SAP error message J1B_NFE077 indicates that an outgoing document (such as an invoice or a financial document) has not been authorized, and it provides the current status of that document. This error typically occurs in the context of Brazil's Nota Fiscal Eletrônica (NF-e) process, which is a mandatory electronic invoicing system.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Authorization Status: The document has not been authorized in the system, which means it cannot be processed further. The status could be "Pending," "Rejected," or "Not Authorized."
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the NF-e process in the SAP system, such as missing settings for document types or authorization processes.
  User Permissions: The user attempting to process the document may not have the necessary permissions to authorize the document.
  Document Errors: There may be errors in the document itself that prevent it from being authorized, such as missing mandatory fields or incorrect data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the outgoing document in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., J1B1N for NF-e) and checking the document's details.
  
  
  Authorization Process: If the document is pending authorization, ensure that it goes through the proper authorization process. This may involve submitting it for approval or correcting any issues that are preventing authorization.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for NF-e in your SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured, including document types and authorization rules.
  
  
  User Permissions: Verify that the user has the appropriate permissions to authorize the document. If not, you may need to adjust user roles or permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  Correct Document Errors: If there are errors in the document, correct them as needed. This may involve updating fields, ensuring compliance with Brazilian tax regulations, or fixing any data inconsistencies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific guidance on handling NF-e documents and authorization processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in the NF-e process are adequately trained and have access to documentation regarding the authorization process and compliance requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to authorize the outgoing document successfully.