How To Fix M8_2712 - Field &1 in item &2 is not filled correctly

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 712

• Message text: Field &1 in item &2 is not filled correctly

What causes this issue?

Field <(>&<)>V1<(>&<)> in item &V2& contains a value. For the system to
be able to process the BAPI, field &V1& in item <(>&<)>V2<(>&<)> must
not be filled.

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?

Delete the value in field <(>&<)>V1<(>&<)> of item <(>&<)>V2<(>&<)>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2712 - Field &1 in item &2 is not filled correctly ?

  The SAP error message M8_2712, which states "Field &1 in item &2 is not filled correctly," typically occurs during the processing of a material document or during the creation of a purchase order, sales order, or other related transactions. This error indicates that a required field in the specified item is either missing or contains invalid data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Required Fields: The field indicated by &1 may be mandatory for the transaction type you are trying to execute, and it has not been filled in.
  Invalid Data Format: The data entered in the field may not conform to the expected format (e.g., incorrect data type, length, or value).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or the document type that require certain fields to be filled in a specific way.
  User Exits or BAdIs: Custom code or enhancements may impose additional validation rules that are not met.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Required Fields: Review the item details in the transaction and ensure that all required fields are filled in correctly. Refer to the documentation or field help for guidance on what is required.
  Validate Data Format: Ensure that the data entered in the field matches the expected format. For example, if a field expects a date, ensure that the date is entered in the correct format (e.g., YYYY-MM-DD).
  Review Configuration: If you have access, check the configuration settings for the relevant document type or material type in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings align with your business processes.
  Consult with Technical Team: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP technical team to check for any custom validations or enhancements that may be causing the error.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to investigate the data structure and field definitions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., MM for Materials Management, SD for Sales and Distribution) for more context on required fields and data validation.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP community forums or platforms like SAP Community, where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.