M8769 - Different invoicing party &1 for &4 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 769

• Message text: Different invoicing party &1 for &4 &2

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

You are entering a goods invoice and entered the allocation criterion
<ZH>Selection supplier</> &V3&.
&V4& &V2&was placed with &V4& supplier &V1&; this is why it is not
selected.
INCLUDE MM_IV_MELDUNGEN OBJECT DOKU ID TX
Check your entries and make any necessary corrections.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries and make any necessary corrections.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8769 - Different invoicing party &1 for &4 &2 ?

  The SAP error message M8769 indicates that there is a mismatch between the invoicing party and the details of the document being processed. This error typically occurs in the context of logistics and invoicing, particularly when dealing with purchase orders, goods receipts, or invoices.
  Cause:
  The error message M8769 is triggered when the invoicing party specified in the document does not match the expected invoicing party for the associated purchase order or contract. This can happen due to several reasons, including:
  
  Incorrect Vendor Master Data: The vendor master data may have been changed, and the new invoicing party is not reflected in the document.
  Purchase Order Changes: If the purchase order has been modified to change the invoicing party, but the related documents (like goods receipts or invoices) have not been updated accordingly.
  Manual Entry Errors: Errors during manual entry of the invoicing party in the document.
  Different Company Codes: If the invoicing party belongs to a different company code than the one specified in the document.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M8769 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check the Purchase Order: Verify the invoicing party in the purchase order. Ensure that it matches the invoicing party in the document you are trying to process.
  Update Vendor Master Data: If there have been changes to the vendor master data, ensure that the correct invoicing party is set up in the vendor master.
  Correct Document Entries: If the document has been incorrectly filled out, correct the invoicing party in the document to match the purchase order.
  Review Company Code Settings: Ensure that the invoicing party is valid for the company code associated with the document.
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP administrator or support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), or MIRO (Invoice Verification) to check and modify the relevant documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on handling invoicing and purchase order processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.