How To Fix M8523 - At least one delivery note has no unique delivery date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 523

• Message text: At least one delivery note has no unique delivery date

7CAUSE&
You attempted to process an invoice document on the aggregation screen
selecting by delivery notes. For delivery note &V1&, the system cannot
determine a unique delivery date (V2&, &V3&). This can be because:
Several goods receipts were entered on different days for delivery note
&V1&.
When the goods receipt for a different delivery note was entered,
delivery note number &V1& was entered by mistake.
During goods receipt entry, no delivery note numbers have been entered
for a number of deliveries.
The "GR-based IV" indicator was not set in the purchase order for one
or more items.

System Response

For delivery note &V1& the delivery date field was not filled on the
aggregation screen.
This also applies to all other delivery notes for which no unique
delivery date can be determined. No further messages are, however,
issued.

How to fix this error?

Check the invoice items assigned to delivery note &V1& and delete the
items that are wrongly displayed. You may have to change the allocation
criteria for the invoice by replacing the delivery note number &V1& by
the purchase order number and re-checking the invoice.
If you do not enter the delivery note numbers at goods receipt, ignore
this message. In this case it does not make any sense to aggregate data
by delivery note numbers. Use a different aggregation level, such as
purchase order level.
If, in an order item, the "GR-based IV" indicator was not set (by
mistake), you cannot change this in the purchase order. Inform the
relevant person in Purchasing so that the error does not occur again in
future purchase orders.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8523 - At least one delivery note has no unique delivery date ?

  The SAP error message M8523, which states "At least one delivery note has no unique delivery date," typically occurs in the context of logistics and delivery processing. This error indicates that there is an issue with the delivery dates associated with one or more delivery notes in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Delivery Dates: The delivery note may have multiple items with different delivery dates, leading to ambiguity in processing.
  Incomplete Data: The delivery note may not have a clearly defined delivery date for all items, which is required for processing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require a unique delivery date for each delivery note, and this requirement is not being met.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Delivery Notes: Review the delivery notes associated with the error. Ensure that each item has a unique and clearly defined delivery date.
  Update Delivery Dates: If you find items with missing or ambiguous delivery dates, update them to ensure that each item has a unique delivery date.
  Consolidate Deliveries: If applicable, consider consolidating deliveries that have the same delivery date to avoid confusion.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to delivery processing. Ensure that the settings align with your business requirements.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling delivery notes and dates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), or VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) to manage delivery notes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to modify delivery notes and their associated dates.
  Testing: After making changes, test the delivery process to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide more in-depth assistance.