How To Fix M8388 - Document number & has been parked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 388

• Message text: Document number & has been parked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8388 - Document number & has been parked ?

  The SAP error message M8388 indicates that a document number has been parked. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or materials management when a document (such as an invoice or a goods receipt) has been created but not yet posted to the general ledger. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Parked Document: The document has been saved in a parked state, meaning it is not yet finalized or posted. This can happen if the user intentionally parks the document for later review or if there are issues that prevent posting.
  Incomplete Data: The document may be missing required information or may have errors that need to be corrected before it can be posted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to post the document.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that affect how documents are processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review the Parked Document:
  
  Use transaction code FBV0 (for financial documents) or MIGO (for material documents) to view the parked document.
  Check for any missing or incorrect information that needs to be corrected.
  
  
  
  Post the Document:
  
  If the document is complete and correct, you can post it using transaction code FBV0 (for financial documents) or MIGO (for material documents).
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to post the document.
  
  
  
  Correct Errors:
  
  If there are errors in the document, correct them as needed. This may involve editing the document or adding missing information.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP administrator or support team. They can provide insights into system configurations or authorization issues that may be affecting your ability to post the document.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FBV0: Parked Document Management
  MIGO: Goods Movement
  FBV2: Change Parked Document
  FBV3: Display Parked Document
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on parked documents and the posting process.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to post documents in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the M8388 error and successfully post the parked document.