How To Fix M8533 - You have to set at least one allocation indicator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 533

• Message text: You have to set at least one allocation indicator

What causes this issue?

You did not select any allocation criteria. As a result, no purchase
order history records could be selected.

System Response

The system expects the following:
at least one of the fields <LS>Deliveries</> and <LS>Returns</> is
selected.
and
at least one of the fields <LS>Goods/services</> and <LS>Planned
delivery costs</> is selected.

How to fix this error?

Select at least one allocation criterion.
If you want to assign the invoice to goods receipts or purchase orders,
select <LS>Deliveries</>.
If you want to assign the invoice to returns, select <LS>Returns</>.
If you want to settle goods or services, select <LS>Goods/services</>.
If you want to settle planned delivery costs, select <LS>Planned
delivery costs</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8533 - You have to set at least one allocation indicator ?

  The SAP error message M8533, which states "You have to set at least one allocation indicator," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material requirements planning (MRP) when you are trying to perform an action that requires allocation indicators to be set for materials or stock items.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to execute a transaction that requires allocation indicators, but none have been set for the relevant materials. Allocation indicators are used in SAP to determine how stock is allocated to various processes, such as production orders, sales orders, or reservations. If these indicators are not defined, the system cannot proceed with the operation.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to set at least one allocation indicator for the relevant materials. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Identify the Material: Determine which material is causing the error. This can usually be found in the error message details or the transaction you are trying to execute.
  
  
  Access Material Master: Go to the Material Master record for the identified material. You can do this using transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM03 (Display Material).
  
  
  Navigate to the MRP View: In the Material Master, navigate to the MRP (Material Requirements Planning) view. You may need to select the appropriate plant and storage location.
  
  
  Set Allocation Indicators: Look for the field related to allocation indicators. Depending on your version of SAP, this may be labeled differently, but it typically involves settings for stock type or allocation strategy. Set the appropriate allocation indicators based on your business requirements.
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, save the Material Master record.
  
  
  Retry the Transaction: Go back to the transaction that generated the error and try executing it again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Allocation Indicators: These are settings that help manage how stock is allocated to different processes. Common allocation indicators include settings for production, sales, and reservations.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change material master data, as restrictions may prevent you from making the required changes.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about which allocation indicators to set, consult your organization's SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M8533 error and proceed with your intended transaction in SAP.