How To Fix M8_2212 - Service Procurement: Purchase order item &1 &2 is not consistent.

M8_2212 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Service Procurement: Purchase order item &1 &2 is not consistent.

What causes this issue?

Service Procurement is only allowed for valuated goods receipts with
account assignments, together with goods-receipt-based invoice
verification.
The Work Item ID and the Service Performer must be supplied (they must
exist in the reference document).

System Response

The GR/IR (goods receipt / invoice receipt) account maintenance cannot
be processed for purchase order item &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_2212 - Service Procurement: Purchase order item &1 &2 is not consistent. ?

  The SAP error message M8_2212, which states "Service Procurement: Purchase order item &1 &2 is not consistent," typically occurs in the context of service procurement when there is an inconsistency in the purchase order item data. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The purchase order item may have missing or incorrect data, such as service specifications, account assignment, or pricing conditions.
  Inconsistent Status: The status of the purchase order item may not align with the expected status for processing (e.g., if the item is marked as completed but still has open invoices).
  Service Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the service master data linked to the purchase order item, such as missing or incorrect service specifications.
  Contractual Issues: If the purchase order is linked to a contract, there may be inconsistencies between the contract terms and the purchase