How To Fix M8406 - The purchase orders selected are currently blocked

M8406 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 406

• Message text: The purchase orders selected are currently blocked

What causes this issue?

Your selection contains order items for which quantity variances exist.
These purchase orders are, however currently blocked by another user.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Try once again at a later time to maintain the account.
You may wish to contact your system administrator to find out who is
currently processing the purchase orders.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8406 - The purchase orders selected are currently blocked ?

  The SAP error message M8406, which states "The purchase orders selected are currently blocked," typically occurs when there are issues related to the processing of purchase orders (POs) in the system. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of Error M8406
  
  
  Blocked Purchase Orders: The purchase orders may be blocked for various reasons, such as:
  
  The PO is on hold due to missing approvals.
  The PO is blocked for payment due to issues with the vendor or invoice discrepancies.
  The PO is blocked due to a lack of budget or funds.
  
  
  
  Material or Vendor Issues: The materials or vendors associated with the purchase orders may have issues that prevent processing, such as:
  
  The vendor is blocked in the system.
  The material is not available or has been flagged for some reason.
  
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are causing the purchase