How To Fix M8334 - Do not fill field IV_CATEGORY

M8334 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 334

• Message text: Do not fill field IV_CATEGORY

What causes this issue?

You have entered a value in the field IV_CATEGORY in the header data
structure of the incoming invoice. This field describes the origin of
the Logistics Invoice Verification document.

System Response

If there is a value in the field IV_CATEGORY, the system cannot use
function module BAPI_INCOMINGINVOICE_CREATE to create an invoice
document.
If the field IV_CATEGORY is blank, the system uses the BAPI to create
an invoice document and automatically fills the field IV_CATEGORY with
<LS>B</>.
<ZH>Exception</>
If you want to enter an invoice via the Internet, enter <LB>9</> in the
field IV_CATEGORY.

How to fix this error?

Do not enter <ZH>any</> values in the field IV_CATEGORY.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8334 - Do not fill field IV_CATEGORY ?

  The SAP error message M8334, which states "Do not fill field IV_CATEGORY," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material movements in SAP. This error indicates that the system has detected an issue with the input in the field IV_CATEGORY, which is not supposed to be filled in certain transactions or processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Input: The field IV_CATEGORY is being filled when it should not be. This can happen if the user is manually entering data or if there is a program or user exit that is populating this field incorrectly.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that dictate when this field should be used. If the configuration is not aligned with the business process, it can lead to this error.
  Transaction Context: Certain transactions or processes may not require the IV_CATEGORY field to be filled, and doing so can trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input: Review the transaction or