How To Fix M8_2165 - Select either "Check limit" or "Do not check" for absolute upper limit.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Select either "Check limit" or "Do not check" for absolute upper limit.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2165 - Select either "Check limit" or "Do not check" for absolute upper limit. ?

  The SAP error message M8_2165 indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the settings for absolute upper limits in the material management or inventory management module. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a decision on whether to check the absolute upper limit for a material, but the system has not been configured to specify this option.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system requires a selection between two options:
  
  Check limit: This option means that the system will enforce the absolute upper limit for the material.
  Do not check: This option means that the system will not enforce the absolute upper limit for the material.
  
  If neither option is selected, the system cannot proceed with the transaction, leading to the error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to configure the settings for the material in question. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Access the Material Master:
  
  Go to the transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM01 (Create Material) in SAP.
  
  
  
  Select the Appropriate Views:
  
  Choose the views that are relevant to the material (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, Accounting, etc.).
  
  
  
  Check the Configuration for Upper Limits:
  
  Navigate to the relevant view where the absolute upper limit is defined.
  Look for the field related to the absolute upper limit and ensure that you have selected either "Check limit" or "Do not check".
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the material master record.
  
  
  
  Test the Transaction Again:
  
  Retry the transaction that previously resulted in the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02, MM01, and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the material master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on material management settings and configurations.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about making changes, consider consulting with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in material management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M8_2165 error and proceed with your transactions in SAP.