How To Fix M8467 - Document type & not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 467

• Message text: Document type & not possible

What causes this issue?

You entered document type &V1&. The system does not allow use of this
document type. This can be for the following reasons:
Document type &V1& is not defined
External number assignment has been defined for the document type. This
is not defined for Logistics Invoice Verification.

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 that you have entered the correct document type.
Check the Customizing settings, if necessary

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8467 - Document type & not possible ?

  The SAP error message M8467 ("Document type & not possible") typically occurs in the context of materials management or inventory management when a user attempts to create or process a document (such as a purchase order, goods movement, or invoice) with a document type that is not allowed or configured in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type you are trying to use may not be configured in the system for the specific transaction you are attempting to perform.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified document type.
  Inactive Document Type: The document type may be inactive or not available for the current company code or plant.
  Custom Settings: Custom settings or modifications in the SAP system may restrict the use of certain document types under specific conditions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area (e.g., Materials Management > Purchasing > Document Types).
  Verify that the document type is correctly configured and active for the intended transaction.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to use the document type.
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization issues after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Verify Company Code and Plant Settings:
  
  Ensure that the document type is assigned to the correct company code and plant.
  Check if there are any specific settings that might restrict the use of the document type for certain company codes or plants.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to investigate any customizations or enhancements that may affect document type availability.
  
  
  
  Check for System Notes or Patches:
  
  Sometimes, SAP releases notes or patches that address specific issues. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), MIGO (Goods Movement), and MIRO (Invoice Verification) where this error might occur.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error M8467 in the SAP Support Portal for additional insights or fixes.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the implications of document types and their configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.