How To Fix M8_2090 - System error: follow-on document for &1 &2 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 090

• Message text: System error: follow-on document for &1 &2 not found

What causes this issue?

The internal purchasing document &V3& &V4& generated by the system for
the settlement of &V1& &V2& could not be found.

System Response

It is not possible to settle &V1& &V2&.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2090 - System error: follow-on document for &1 &2 not found ?

  The SAP error message M8_2090, which states "System error: follow-on document for &1 &2 not found," typically occurs in the context of material management or inventory management processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a follow-on document (such as a purchase order, goods receipt, or invoice) that is expected to be linked to the specified document.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Follow-On Document: The most common cause is that the follow-on document has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number or type specified may be incorrect or not exist in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the document flow.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the follow-on document.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the proper linking of documents.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Existence: Verify that the follow-on document exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like ME23N (for purchase orders) or MIGO (for goods movements).
  Review Document Flow: Use the document flow feature in the relevant transaction to check if the follow-on document is linked correctly.
  Recreate Missing Documents: If the follow-on document is missing, you may need to recreate it based on the original document.
  Check for Deletions: Ensure that the document has not been deleted or archived. If it has been archived, you may need to restore it.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the document. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches.
  System Configuration Review: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to review the system configuration with your SAP Basis or functional team to ensure that document types and links are set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), MIGO (Goods Movement), and MB51 (Material Document List) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Support: If the problem cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant document numbers.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to document flow and material management to understand how follow-on documents are managed within your specific SAP environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the M8_2090 error in your SAP system.