How To Fix M8219 - Inter-company-code settlement cannot be posted automatically

M8219 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 219

• Message text: Inter-company-code settlement cannot be posted automatically

What causes this issue?

The local currency amounts for inter-company-code settlement cannot be
determined automatically.

System Response

Posting is not possible.

How to fix this error?

You can only post the invoice if you split it up among the individual
company codes and make separate entries for each company company code.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

M8219 - Details

• The SAP error message M8219, which states "Inter-company code settlement cannot be posted automatically," typically occurs during the inter-company settlement process in SAP. This error can arise due to various reasons related to configuration, master data, or transaction data. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The inter-company settings in the configuration may not be properly set up. This includes settings related to inter-company pricing, account determination, or the configuration of the inter-company billing process.
  
  
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the involved company codes, such as vendor or customer master records, may not be correctly maintained. This includes missing or incorrect inter-company partner settings.
  
  
  Document Type Issues: The document types used for inter-company transactions may not be configured to allow automatic postings.
  
  
  Currency Issues: If there are currency differences between the company codes involved, and the system is not set up to handle these