How To Fix M8217 - & document lines exceeded

M8217 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 217

• Message text: & document lines exceeded

What causes this issue?

You have choosen either <LS>Simulate</> or <LS>Post</>.

System Response

The system has established that the document contains more than &V1&
items. This is not possible.

How to fix this error?

You have to split up the invoice and post it in more than one document.

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

RESET N1.
Since you have already entered too many items, select
<LS>Correction on/off</> and enter zeros in the quantity and value
fields for some of the items. Using the <LS>Simulate</> function, you
will then be able to tell if the number of document items is below the
limit.
After you have posted this invoice, enter another invoice for the items
whose quantities and values you changed to zero.
RESET N1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8217 - & document lines exceeded ?

  The SAP error message M8217, which indicates that "document lines exceeded," typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a document (such as a purchase order, sales order, or invoice) that exceeds the maximum number of line items allowed in the system. This limit is set to ensure system performance and manageability.
  
  Cause:
  
  Line Item Limit Exceeded: Each document type in SAP has a predefined limit on the number of line items it can contain. If you attempt to add more line items than this limit, you will encounter the M8217 error.
  Configuration Settings: The maximum number of line items can be configured in the system settings, and it may vary based on the specific SAP module or version you are using.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Reduce Line Items: Review the document you are trying to create or process and see if you can reduce the number of line items. This may involve consolidating items or