How To Fix M8558 - Maintain tolerance group & for company code & in the supplier master

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 558

• Message text: Maintain tolerance group & for company code & in the supplier master

What causes this issue?

In Logistics Invoice Verification, you can post an invoice containing a
balance. To do this, you maintain supplier -specific tolerances in an
Invoice Verification tolerance group. You enter the tolerance group in
the supplier master record.
You entered tolerance group &V1& in the master record for supplier &V3&
in company code &V2&. However, the tolerance group you entered does not
exist for company code &V2&.

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

System Response

The system carries out the tolerance check using the limits for small
differences maintained for company code V2&.

How to fix this error?

If you entered the incorrect Invoice Verification tolerance group,
change the entry in the supplier master record.
<DS:TRAN.XK02>Proceed</>.
You can create a new Invoice Verification tolerance group in
Customizing.
<DS:TRAN.OMRX>Proceed</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8558 - Maintain tolerance group & for company code & in the supplier master ?

  The SAP error message M8558 indicates that there is an issue with the tolerance group for a supplier in the supplier master data. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid tolerance group for the specified company code in the supplier master record.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tolerance Group: The tolerance group for the supplier has not been defined or is missing in the system for the specified company code.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for tolerance groups may not be properly set up in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a data entry error when creating or updating the supplier master data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M8558 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Tolerance Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: Logistics -> Materials Management -> Purchasing -> Master Data -> Vendor -> Central Data -> Maintain Tolerance Groups.
  Ensure that the tolerance group is defined for the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Assign Tolerance Group to Supplier:
  
  If the tolerance group is missing, you can create a new tolerance group or assign an existing one to the supplier.
  Go to the supplier master data (transaction code XK02 for changing vendor data).
  Enter the supplier number and company code, and navigate to the relevant tab to assign the tolerance group.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Ensure that the company code settings are correctly configured to allow for the use of tolerance groups.
  Check if the company code is active and properly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct tolerance group settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to save the supplier master data again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Tolerance Groups: Tolerance groups in SAP are used to define the acceptable limits for variances in invoice amounts, allowing for more flexible handling of discrepancies in purchasing and invoicing processes.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK01: Create Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  XK03: Display Vendor
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to tolerance groups and supplier master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.