How To Fix ME472 - Line structure for totals lines saved

ME472 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 472

• Message text: Line structure for totals lines saved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME472 - Line structure for totals lines saved ?

  The SAP error message ME472 ("Line structure for totals lines saved") typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions, when there is an issue with the line item structure, particularly when dealing with totals lines.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Line Item Structure: The error often arises when the system encounters a line item that does not conform to the expected structure, especially for total lines. This can happen if the line items are not properly defined or if there are inconsistencies in the data.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: If required fields for the total lines are missing or incorrectly filled, the system may not be able to process the document correctly.
  Customizations or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the purchasing module, they might interfere with the standard processing of line items, leading to this error.
  Document Type Configuration: The configuration of the document type in the