How To Fix M8_2704 - Item for reference &1 &2 &3 &4 not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 704

• Message text: Item for reference &1 &2 &3 &4 not permitted

What causes this issue?

<ZH>No invoice documents</> have been entered for this purchase order
item yet.The following invoice document categories (transactions) can be
entered:
<LS>Invoice</>
<LS>Credit memo</>
<LS>Subsequent debit</>
<LS>Subsequent credit</>

<LS>provisional invoice/differential invoice</>

<LS>Provisional invoice</>

<LS>Final invoice</>

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

An invoice document has <ZH>already</> been posted for this purchase
order item. Depending on the preceding document, different follow-on
documents (transaction categories) are possible.
For the preceding documents <LS>Invoice</>, <LS>Credit Memo</>, <LS>
Subsequent Debit</>, or <LS>Subsequent Credit</>:
<LS>Invoice</>
<LS>Credit memo</>
<LS>Subsequent debit</>
<LS>Subsequent credit</>

For the preceding document <LS>Provisional/Differential Invoice</>
<LS>Provisional invoice/differential invoice</>
<LS>Final Invoice</>

For the preceding documents <LS>Provisional Invoice</> or <LS>
Differential Invoice</>:
<LS>Differential invoice</>
<LS>Final Invoice</>

For the preceding document <LS>Final Invoice</>:
<LS>Subsequent debit</>
<LS>Subsequent credit</>

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2704 - Item for reference &1 &2 &3 &4 not permitted ?

  The SAP error message M8_2704, which states "Item for reference &1 &2 &3 &4 not permitted," typically occurs in the context of material management or inventory transactions. This error indicates that there is an issue with the item reference in the transaction you are trying to execute. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Item Not Allowed: The item you are trying to reference may not be allowed in the current transaction or context. This could be due to configuration settings or business rules.
  Item Status: The item may be in a status that does not permit it to be used in the transaction (e.g., blocked, inactive).
  Incorrect Item Type: The item type may not be compatible with the transaction you are attempting to perform.
  Missing Master Data: There may be missing or incomplete master data for the item, such as material master records or vendor information.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the use of certain items in specific transactions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Item Status: Verify the status of the item in the material master. Ensure that it is active and not blocked for the type of transaction you are performing.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the system to ensure that the item is permitted for the transaction type you are trying to execute.
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data for the item is complete and accurate. This includes checking the material master, vendor master, and any related data.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction you are trying to perform to understand any restrictions or requirements.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Identify the specific transaction code you are using when the error occurs, as this can provide context for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to work with the item in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the M8_2704 error and implement a solution to resolve it.