How To Fix M8422 - Invoice document & cannot be processed further

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 422

• Message text: Invoice document & cannot be processed further

What causes this issue?

The invoice document &V1& contains the purchasing document &V2&, and the
item &V3&. You cannot enter the invoice for this item, or you cannot
cancel this invoice document. There can be several possible causes, for
example:
- the PO item is blocked
- the PO item is flagged for deletion
- another colleague is currently processing the purchase order
- the purchase order has not yet been released
- the corresponding service entry sheet has been deleted
- for a held invoice against planned delivery costs: the supplier in the
held invoice is not the same as the supplier in the condition in the
purchase order, or the same as the supplier from the purchase order
history entries. This is due to the fact that the supplier in the
condition in the purchase order has been changed in the meantime. In
this case, the held document cannot be processed further. You can use
report Z_MRM_DELETE_PP from note 501905 to delete the document.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check the purchase order.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8422 - Invoice document & cannot be processed further ?

  The SAP error message M8422, which states "Invoice document & cannot be processed further," typically occurs in the context of invoice processing in the Materials Management (MM) module. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Invoice Data: The invoice may be missing required information, such as purchase order references, item details, or tax information.
  Blocked Invoice: The invoice might be blocked for payment due to discrepancies in the purchase order or goods receipt.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type of the invoice may not be compatible with the processing requirements.
  Account Assignment Issues: There may be issues with account assignments, such as incorrect cost centers or internal orders.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period for the invoice may be closed, preventing further processing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are preventing the invoice from being processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Invoice Data: Review the invoice for completeness and accuracy. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Review Purchase Order and Goods Receipt: Verify that the invoice matches the corresponding purchase order and that the goods receipt has been posted correctly.
  Unblock Invoice: If the invoice is blocked, investigate the reason for the block (e.g., price variance, quantity variance) and resolve the issue.
  Verify Document Type: Ensure that the document type used for the invoice is appropriate for the transaction.
  Check Posting Period: Confirm that the posting period is open. If it is closed, you may need to open it or post the invoice in a different period.
  Consult Configuration: If configuration issues are suspected, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings are correct for invoice processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like MIRO (Invoice Verification) to check the invoice details and status.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to process invoices.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on invoice processing and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the MM module for further assistance.