How To Fix M8515 - Items cannot be processed

M8515 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 515

• Message text: Items cannot be processed

created by Michael
message no longer required when item processing implemented in MR2M.

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

What causes this issue?

You are processing an invoice in transaction MR2M "Change invoice
document" and want to process the items. This is not possible.

System Response

The system does not allow you to process items.

How to fix this error?

Process the document using transaction MR1B "Invoice Overview". If no
items have as yet been determined for the invoice, you must verify the
invoice beforehand in the background.
You can also delete this document using transaction MR5M.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8515 - Items cannot be processed ?

  The SAP error message M8515 ("Items cannot be processed") typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material document processing. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here are some common causes and potential solutions:
  Causes:
  
  Material Status: The material may have a status that prevents it from being processed (e.g., blocked for procurement or sales).
  Stock Type: The stock type of the material (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection, blocked) may not allow the operation you are trying to perform.
  Document Type: The document type being used may not be valid for the operation you are attempting.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like material master, vendor master, etc.) may be incomplete or missing.
  Quantity Issues: The quantity being processed may exceed the available stock or may not meet the required conditions for processing.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict