How To Fix M8273 - At least one item cannot be processed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 273

• Message text: At least one item cannot be processed

What causes this issue?

You allocated items to an invoice and want to process these in
conventional Invoice Verification. Conventional Invoice Verification
cannot, however, process the following purchasing document items:
Items in an invoicing plan
Items in a blanket purchase order
Returns items
Items assigned on a higher or lower level
Service-based items

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

System Response

The items which the system cannot process are not allocated to the
invoice.

How to fix this error?

Check if you can continue processing the items selected by the system.
If not, process this invoice in Logistics Invoice Verification.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8273 - At least one item cannot be processed ?

  The SAP error message M8273, which states "At least one item cannot be processed," typically occurs during the processing of materials in various transactions, such as goods movements, inventory management, or sales order processing. This error indicates that there is an issue with at least one item in the transaction that prevents it from being processed successfully.
  Causes of Error M8273
  
  
  Material Master Issues: The material may not be set up correctly in the material master. This could include missing data, incorrect status (e.g., blocked for procurement), or incorrect valuation class.
  
  
  Stock Availability: The item may not have sufficient stock available for the transaction being processed. This is common in goods issues or sales order processing.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type being used may not allow certain items to be processed due to configuration settings.
  
  
  Batch Management: If the material is batch-managed, there may be issues with batch determination or the batch may be blocked or expired.
  
  
  Account Determination: There may be issues with account determination settings that prevent the transaction from being processed.
  
  
  Item Status: The item may be in a status that does not allow it to be processed, such as being marked for deletion or being blocked.
  
  
  Solutions to Error M8273
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the affected item. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that the material is not blocked or marked for deletion.
  
  
  Verify Stock Levels: Check the stock levels for the material in question. Ensure that there is enough stock available to fulfill the transaction.
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings: Check the configuration of the document type being used. Ensure that it allows for the processing of the items in question.
  
  
  Batch Management Review: If the material is batch-managed, check the batch status and ensure that the batch is available for use.
  
  
  Account Determination: Review the account determination settings to ensure that they are correctly configured for the transaction type and material.
  
  
  Check Item Status: Verify the status of the item in the transaction. If it is blocked or marked for deletion, take the necessary steps to unblock or restore it.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks on Hand), or MB1A (Goods Withdrawal) to investigate the issue further.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to process the items in question.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on the specific transaction and error handling.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide more in-depth analysis and assistance.