How To Fix M8_2075 - Total quantity cannot be distributed (invoice position &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 075

• Message text: Total quantity cannot be distributed (invoice position &1)

What causes this issue?

You have entered a total quantity for invoice item &V1& that the system
cannot distribute to the account assignment items. All the account
assignment items you have selected in the current invoice item have a
<DS:DE.AA_FINAL_IND>final account assignment indicator</> and a
<DS:DE.AA_FINAL_QTY>final account assignment quantity</> in the purchase
order. The current total quantity exceeds the sum of the
<DS:DE.AA_OPEN_QTY>open quantities</> of the account assignment items
with a final account assignment.

System Response

This is an error message. The system cannot distribute a total quantity
of the magnitude you entered across the account assignment items with a
final account assignment.

How to fix this error?

Reduce the total quantity of the invoice item, or remove the final
account assignment indicator from individual account assignment items in
the purchase order.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2075 - Total quantity cannot be distributed (invoice position &1) ?

  The SAP error message M8_2075, which states "Total quantity cannot be distributed (invoice position &1)," typically occurs during the invoice verification process in the Materials Management (MM) module. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy in the quantity that is being processed for an invoice compared to what is expected or allowed based on the associated purchase order or goods receipt.
  Causes:
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The total quantity on the invoice does not match the quantity received or the quantity ordered in the purchase order.
  Partial Deliveries: If the invoice is for a partial delivery, the system may not allow the distribution of the total quantity if it exceeds the quantity received.
  Incorrect Invoice Entry: The invoice may have been entered incorrectly, with wrong quantities or items.
  Open Purchase Order Items: There may be open items in the purchase order that have not been fully delivered or invoiced.
  Account Assignment Issues: If the invoice is related to an account assignment (like cost centers or internal orders), there may be issues with how the quantities are being allocated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Purchase Order and Goods Receipt: Verify that the quantities in the purchase order and the goods receipt match the quantities being invoiced. Ensure that the total quantity invoiced does not exceed the quantity received.
  Adjust Invoice Quantity: If the invoice quantity is incorrect, adjust it to match the quantity received or ordered.
  Review Partial Deliveries: If the invoice is for a partial delivery, ensure that the system settings allow for partial invoicing and that the quantities are correctly reflected.
  Correct Account Assignments: If there are account assignment issues, ensure that the correct accounts are being used and that they are properly configured to accept the quantities being invoiced.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations or settings that may affect invoice processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MIRO (Invoice Verification) to process invoices and check for discrepancies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user processing the invoice has the necessary permissions to make changes or adjustments to the invoice or related documents.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for invoice processing to minimize errors.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.