How To Fix ME202 - GR-based invoice verification not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 202

• Message text: GR-based invoice verification not active

What causes this issue?

It is only possible to display the GR/IR assignment if GR-based invoice
verification is active for the selected purchasing document (that is,
the indicator for GR-based invoice verification must be set in the
purchase order item).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME202 - GR-based invoice verification not active ?

  The SAP error message ME202 indicates that "GR-based invoice verification not active." This error typically occurs when you are trying to post an invoice for a purchase order (PO) that is set up for Goods Receipt (GR) based invoice verification, but the system is not configured to allow this type of verification for the specific PO or the associated settings.
  Causes:
  
  Invoice Verification Settings: The purchase order may not be configured for GR-based invoice verification. This can happen if the PO was created without the appropriate settings.
  Document Type Settings: The document type used for the invoice may not be set up to allow GR-based invoice verification.
  Material Management Configuration: The configuration in the Material Management (MM) module may not support GR-based invoice verification for the specific vendor or material.
  PO Item Category: The item category of the purchase order may not support GR-based invoice verification.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Purchase Order Settings:
  
  Go to the purchase order in question and check the settings. Ensure that the "GR-based invoice verification" option is enabled for the PO.
  You can do this by navigating to the PO in the SAP GUI and checking the "Invoice" tab.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the document type used for the invoice. Ensure that it is set up to allow GR-based invoice verification.
  This can be done in the configuration settings under SPRO -> Materials Management -> Logistics Invoice Verification -> Incoming Invoice -> Define Document Types.
  
  
  
  Check Material Management Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for the vendor and material supports GR-based invoice verification. This includes checking the vendor master data and material master data.
  
  
  
  Review Item Category:
  
  Check the item category of the purchase order. Some item categories do not support GR-based invoice verification. You may need to change the item category or create a new PO with a suitable item category.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team. They can help you check the configuration settings and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and MIRO (Invoice Verification) to manage purchase orders and invoices.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to GR-based invoice verification.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring invoice verification settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ME202 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.