How To Fix M8096 - Reversal qty greater than qty invoiced to date: PO & item &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 096

• Message text: Reversal qty greater than qty invoiced to date: PO & item &

What causes this issue?

The sum of the reversal quantities which you entered in the individual
subitems of PO &V1&, item &V2& exceeds the quantity invoiced to date
of the relevant item. This is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

Please correct the reversal quantities in the individual account
assignments of PO &V1&, item &V2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8096 - Reversal qty greater than qty invoiced to date: PO & item & ?

  The SAP error message M8096, "Reversal qty greater than qty invoiced to date: PO & item &," typically occurs when you attempt to reverse a goods receipt or an invoice for a purchase order (PO) item, and the quantity you are trying to reverse exceeds the quantity that has already been invoiced for that item.
  Cause:
  
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The quantity you are trying to reverse is greater than the quantity that has been invoiced. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to reverse a goods receipt for a quantity that exceeds what has been billed.
  There are discrepancies between the goods receipt and the invoice.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have mistakenly entered a higher quantity for reversal than what was actually invoiced.
  
  
  Multiple Invoices: If there are multiple invoices for the same PO item, the system may not be able to determine the correct invoiced quantity.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Invoiced Quantity: Verify the invoiced quantity for the specific PO item. You can do this by checking the invoice documents associated with the PO.
  
  
  Adjust Reversal Quantity: Ensure that the quantity you are trying to reverse does not exceed the invoiced quantity. Adjust the reversal quantity accordingly.
  
  
  Review Goods Receipts: Check the goods receipts related to the PO to ensure that they match the invoiced quantities. If there are discrepancies, you may need to correct the goods receipts or invoices.
  
  
  Consult with Finance: If you are unsure about the invoiced quantities or if there are multiple invoices, consult with your finance or accounting department to clarify the situation.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or MIGO (Goods Movement) to review the details of the PO and the associated documents.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  MIGO: Goods Movement
  MIRO: Invoice Verification
  
  
  
  Documentation: Ensure that all documentation related to the PO, goods receipts, and invoices is accurate and up to date.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes or updates related to this error message, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in the procurement and invoicing processes are adequately trained to avoid data entry errors.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M8096 error and successfully process the reversal.