How To Fix J1B_NFE301 - Invoice and NF-e cannot be simulated; scenario not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Invoice and NF-e cannot be simulated; scenario not supported

What causes this issue?

You have tried to run an invoice or NF-e simulation in SAP
BusinessObjects NotaFiscal Electr(nica. When preparing the simulation,
the system found that the following conditions are true:
For the purchase order with goods receipt-based invoice verification,
the goods receipt has not been posted
A line item in the purchase order has multi accounting
The delivery is only a partial delivery

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

System Response

Since this scenario is not supported, the system stops the simulation.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J1B_NFE301 - Invoice and NF-e cannot be simulated; scenario not supported ?

  The SAP error message J1B_NFE301, which states "Invoice and NF-e cannot be simulated; scenario not supported," typically occurs in the context of Brazil's Nota Fiscal Eletrônica (NF-e) system. This error indicates that the system is unable to simulate the generation of an NF-e for the given invoice due to unsupported scenarios or configurations.
  Causes:
  
  
  Unsupported Document Type: The invoice type or document type may not be supported for NF-e generation. For example, certain types of invoices (like credit notes or specific service invoices) may not be eligible for NF-e.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be missing or incorrect configurations in the SAP system related to NF-e settings, such as the tax codes, document types, or the NF-e integration settings.
  
  
  Incomplete Data: Required fields or data may be missing in the invoice that is necessary for NF-e generation. This could include customer information, tax information, or other mandatory fields.
  
  
  Version Mismatch: The version of the NF-e schema being used may not match the version expected by the SAP system, leading to compatibility issues.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to simulate or generate NF-e for the specific invoice.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Document Type: Verify that the document type of the invoice is supported for NF-e. If it is not, you may need to use a different document type or adjust your process.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that all necessary configurations for NF-e are correctly set up in the SAP system. This includes checking the tax codes, document types, and NF-e settings in the configuration.
  
  
  Complete Required Fields: Review the invoice for any missing mandatory fields. Ensure that all required data is filled out correctly.
  
  
  Update NF-e Schema: If there is a version mismatch, ensure that the NF-e schema in your SAP system is updated to the latest version required by the Brazilian tax authorities.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to simulate the NF-e has the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that may resolve known issues.
  
  
  Testing in Development Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to troubleshoot without affecting production data.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for NF-e and Brazilian localization to understand the requirements and configurations needed for NF-e processing.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or custom developments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.