How To Fix M8655 - In the case of automatic release, select 'Blocked due to variances'

M8655 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 655

• Message text: In the case of automatic release, select 'Blocked due to variances'

What causes this issue?

You want to <LS>automatically release</> blocked invoices and have
selected the blocking procedure <LS>Manual payment block</> or
<LS>Stochastically blocked</>.
<LS>Automatic release</> is only possible for the blocking procedure
<LS>Blocked due to variances</>.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Select the blocking procedure <LS>Blocked due to variances</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

M8655 - Details

• The SAP error message M8655 typically occurs in the context of materials management and inventory management processes, particularly when dealing with the automatic release of purchase requisitions or purchase orders. The message indicates that the system has encountered a situation where a document is blocked due to variances, and it suggests that the user should select the option for "Blocked due to variances" in the automatic release settings.
  
  Cause:
  The error message M8655 can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Variance in Quantity or Price: There may be discrepancies between the ordered quantity or price and the received quantity or price. This can happen if the goods receipt does not match the purchase order.
  
  
  Blocking Criteria: The system may have specific criteria set up that automatically blocks documents when variances are detected. This is often a part of the quality control or procurement process to ensure that discrepancies are addressed before proceeding.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The