How To Fix M8465 - Order item & & will be ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 465

• Message text: Order item & & will be ignored

What causes this issue?

You have entered an amount, but not a quantity, for purchase order item
&V1& &V2&.
The system will not take into account this item and the amount when the
invoice is posted, which will result in a balance in the invoice.
As a rule, the balance is the same as the amount; however it can differ
if unplanned delivery costs are distributed to the item.
INCLUDE MM_IV_MELDUNGEN OBJECT DOKU ID TX

System Response

The system cannot post the invoice correctly.

How to fix this error?

Please also enter a quantity for this purchase order item.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8465 - Order item & & will be ignored ?

  The SAP error message M8465 ("Order item & & will be ignored") typically occurs in the context of materials management and production planning when there is an issue with the order item in a production or purchase order. This message indicates that the system has encountered a problem with the specified order item, and as a result, it will not process that item.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The order item may have missing or incorrect data, such as invalid material numbers, incorrect quantities, or missing master data.
  Status Issues: The order item may be in a status that does not allow it to be processed (e.g., closed, canceled, or blocked).
  Material Availability: The material associated with the order item may not be available or may have been marked for deletion.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the order item from being processed correctly.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type of the order may not allow certain operations for the specified item.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Order Item Data: Review the order item for any missing or incorrect data. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Verify Material Master Data: Check the material master data for the item in question to ensure it is active and correctly configured.
  Review Order Status: Check the status of the order item to ensure it is not in a closed or blocked state. If necessary, change the status to allow processing.
  Check Availability: Ensure that the material is available and not marked for deletion. You can check stock levels and availability in the system.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for the order type and item category are correct.
  Error Logs: Review any error logs or messages in the system for additional context that may help identify the root cause of the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CO03 (Display Production Order), ME23N (Display Purchase Order), or MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks on Hand) to investigate the order and material details.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  User Documentation: Refer to SAP user documentation or help files for more detailed information on handling order items and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.