How To Fix M8140 - Acct assgt & for order item & & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Acct assgt & for order item & & does not exist

What causes this issue?

You have entered an account assignment which is not assigned to the
order item.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries and correct the purchase order, item, or account
assignment.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8140 - Acct assgt & for order item & & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message M8140 typically indicates that there is an issue with the account assignment for a material document or a purchase order item. The message suggests that the system cannot find a valid account assignment for the specified order item, which can occur in various scenarios, such as during goods movements, invoice verification, or when creating purchase orders.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Account Assignment: The specified order item does not have a valid account assignment (e.g., cost center, internal order, project).
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the account assignment category may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Deleted or Inactive Master Data: The master data (like cost centers, internal orders, etc.) related to the account assignment may have been deleted or marked as inactive.
  Document Type Issues: The document type being used may not allow the specified account assignment.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the account assignment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Account Assignment: Verify that the order item has a valid account assignment. You can do this by checking the purchase order or material document in the relevant transaction (e.g., ME23N for purchase orders).
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the account assignment category is correctly configured in the system. This can be done in the configuration settings (SPRO) under Materials Management.
  Validate Master Data: Check if the master data (cost centers, internal orders, etc.) is active and correctly set up. You can use transaction codes like KS03 (Cost Center) or KO03 (Internal Order) to review the data.
  Document Type Settings: Review the settings for the document type being used to ensure it allows the specified account assignment.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the account assignment. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user roles.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), MIGO (Goods Movement), and MIRO (Invoice Verification).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to account assignment in the Materials Management module for further insights.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.