Message type: E = Error
Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation
Message number: 556
Message text: Baseline date for payment & copied from purchase order &
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M8556
- Baseline date for payment & copied from purchase order & ?The SAP error message M8556 typically indicates an issue related to the baseline date for payment in the context of a purchase order (PO). This error can occur when the system is unable to determine a valid baseline date for the payment terms associated with the purchase order. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
Cause: Missing or Incorrect Baseline Date: The baseline date for payment may not be set correctly in the purchase order or may be missing altogether. Payment Terms Configuration: The payment terms defined in the vendor master or the purchase order may not be configured correctly, leading to issues in calculating the baseline date. Document Type Issues: The document type of the purchase order may not support the payment terms or baseline date settings. Incomplete Data: Required fields in the purchase order or vendor master data may be incomplete or incorrectly filled out. Solutions: Check Purchase Order: Review the
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