How To Fix M8_2708 - No valid items relevant for differential invoicing exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 708

• Message text: No valid items relevant for differential invoicing exist

What causes this issue?

You are trying to post a provisional invoice, differential invoice, or
final invoice, but the invoice does not contain a purchase order item
relevant for differential invoicing.

You are trying to post a provisional invoice, differential invoice, or
final invoice, but the invoice does not contain a purchase order item
relevant for differential invoicing.

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?

Make sure that at least one purchase order item that is relevant for
differential invoicing exists in the invoice and is selected.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2708 - No valid items relevant for differential invoicing exist ?

  The SAP error message M8_2708 ("No valid items relevant for differential invoicing exist") typically occurs in the context of differential invoicing, which is a process used in SAP to handle billing for goods that have been delivered but not yet invoiced. This error indicates that the system could not find any items that meet the criteria for differential invoicing.
  Causes:
  
  
  No Relevant Delivery Items: There may be no delivery items that are eligible for differential invoicing. This can happen if all items have already been invoiced or if there are no items in the delivery that meet the criteria for differential invoicing.
  
  
  Incorrect Document Status: The status of the delivery or billing document may not allow for differential invoicing. For example, if the delivery is already fully billed, it will not have any items left for differential invoicing.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not set up correctly for differential invoicing. This could include settings related to billing types, item categories, or pricing procedures.
  
  
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used when attempting to create the differential invoice may not match any existing items. This could be due to incorrect date ranges, document types, or other filters.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Delivery Status: Verify the status of the delivery document to ensure that there are items that have not yet been invoiced. You can do this by checking the delivery document in the SAP system.
  
  
  Review Billing Document: If you are trying to create a differential invoice, check if there are any existing billing documents for the delivery. If the items have already been fully billed, you will not be able to create a differential invoice.
  
  
  Adjust Selection Criteria: When attempting to create the differential invoice, ensure that the selection criteria are correct. This includes checking the date ranges, document types, and any other filters that may be applied.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to differential invoicing. Ensure that the necessary configurations for billing types and item categories are correctly set up.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on differential invoicing and the specific requirements for creating differential invoices.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on resolving it.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Differential Invoicing: This is a billing method used in SAP to invoice only the difference between the delivered quantity and the previously invoiced quantity.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VF01 (Create Billing Document) and VL02N (Change Delivery) to navigate through the process.
  SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP helpdesk for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.