How To Fix M8_2080 - Purchasing document &1 is not a document from SAP TM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Purchasing document &1 is not a document from SAP TM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2080 - Purchasing document &1 is not a document from SAP TM ?

  The SAP error message M8_2080 indicates that the purchasing document you are trying to process is not recognized as a document from SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error typically arises when there is an attempt to integrate or process purchasing documents (like purchase orders) in a context where SAP TM expects a specific type of document.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Mismatch: The purchasing document you are trying to use may not be configured or recognized as a valid document type in the SAP TM system.
  Integration Issues: There may be issues with the integration between the SAP ERP system and SAP TM, leading to the system not recognizing the document.
  Configuration Errors: The configuration settings in either the SAP ERP or SAP TM may not be set up correctly to handle the specific purchasing document.
  Missing Data: Required data or settings for the purchasing document may be missing or incorrect.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Type: Verify that the purchasing document you are using is of a type that is supported by SAP TM. Ensure that it is correctly configured in the system.
  Review Integration Settings: Check the integration settings between SAP ERP and SAP TM. Ensure that the necessary configurations for document transfer are in place.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in both SAP ERP and SAP TM to ensure that they are set up to recognize and process the purchasing document correctly.
  Data Validation: Ensure that all required fields and data for the purchasing document are filled out correctly. This includes checking for any mandatory fields that may be missing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related configuration settings.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM and ERP that may help in diagnosing or resolving the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.