How To Fix M8046 - Item list contains no items for settlement

M8046 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Item list contains no items for settlement

What causes this issue?

Based on your allocation, the system either could not determine any
items, or you have only selected items with a quantity of zero.

How to fix this error?

Check your allocation.
You might have only selected items with a quantity of zero. These items
are ignored. If you have selected these items, to distribute unplanned
delivery costs among them, select these items as a subsequent
debit/credit and enter a quantity for them.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8046 - Item list contains no items for settlement ?

  The SAP error message M8046, "Item list contains no items for settlement," typically occurs in the context of settlement processes in SAP, particularly when dealing with internal orders, projects, or production orders. This error indicates that the system could not find any items that are eligible for settlement based on the criteria provided.
  Causes:
  
  
  No Eligible Items: There are no items in the order or project that are eligible for settlement. This could be due to:
  
  All items have already been settled.
  Items have been posted but not yet marked for settlement.
  The settlement period is closed or not defined correctly.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used for the settlement process may not match any existing items. This could include incorrect order numbers, periods, or other parameters.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues or inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from identifying items for settlement.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary