How To Fix M8_2104 - Copying is not possible for invoices with invoice category &1

M8_2104 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Copying is not possible for invoices with invoice category &1

What causes this issue?

You cannot copy invoices of the following invoice categories:
1 # Evaluated receipt settlement
2 # Evaluated receipt settlement (zero document)
5 # Invoice cancellation
6 # Invoicing plan
8 # Revaluation

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2104 - Copying is not possible for invoices with invoice category &1 ?

  The SAP error message M8_2104, which states "Copying is not possible for invoices with invoice category &1," typically occurs when there is an attempt to copy or reference an invoice that has a specific invoice category that does not allow for copying. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to create a credit memo or a subsequent invoice based on an existing invoice.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the invoice category assigned to the invoice you are trying to copy. Different invoice categories in SAP have different rules regarding whether they can be copied or referenced. For example, certain categories may be designated for specific types of transactions that do not allow for copying due to business rules or legal requirements.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Invoice Category: Identify the invoice category of the invoice you are trying to copy. You can do this by viewing