How To Fix M7056 - No more than & items possible in accounting document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 056

• Message text: No more than & items possible in accounting document

What causes this issue?

For this <GL:material_document>material document</> an
<GL:accounting_document>accounting document</> containing more than the
maximum number (&V1&) of items would have to be created.

System Response

The system cannot post the material document.

How to fix this error?

Enter the material document items in different material documents, so
that fewer posting lines are created for the associated accounting
document.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7056 - No more than & items possible in accounting document ?

  The SAP error message M7056 ("No more than & items possible in accounting document") typically occurs when you attempt to create or post an accounting document that exceeds the maximum number of line items allowed in a single document. This limit is set in the system configuration and can vary based on the specific SAP version and settings.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Line Item Limit: The most common cause of this error is that the number of line items in the accounting document exceeds the predefined limit set in the SAP system.
  Configuration Settings: The maximum number of line items is defined in the system configuration, and it may be set to a lower value than needed for your transaction.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have specific restrictions on the number of line items.
  
  Solution:
  
  Reduce Line Items: If possible, try to reduce the number of line items in the accounting document. This can be done by consolidating entries or splitting the transaction into multiple documents.
  Check Configuration: If you frequently encounter this error, you may want to check the configuration settings for the maximum number of line items allowed in accounting documents. This can be done by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (usually found in the IMG under Financial Accounting).
  Adjusting the maximum number of line items if your business process requires it.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Consultant: If you are unsure about changing configuration settings, consult with your SAP Basis or Functional Consultant to ensure that any changes made are appropriate for your business processes and do not negatively impact other areas of the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for document types) or OBY0 (for company code settings) to check or modify settings related to accounting documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue or provide additional guidance on handling line item limits.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to financial accounting and document management for more detailed information on line item limits and configuration.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.