How To Fix MEPO025 - Indicator for GR-based invoice verification used not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEPO - New Purchase Order Dialog

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Indicator for GR-based invoice verification used not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEPO025 - Indicator for GR-based invoice verification used not allowed ?

  The SAP error message MEPO025 ("Indicator for GR-based invoice verification used not allowed") typically occurs in the context of purchasing and invoice verification processes. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or settings related to Goods Receipt (GR)-based invoice verification for a purchase order (PO).
  Cause:
  
  GR-Based Invoice Verification Not Allowed: The purchase order may have been set up in a way that does not allow for GR-based invoice verification. This could be due to the settings in the purchasing document type or the configuration of the vendor master data.
  Document Type Settings: The document type used for the purchase order may not be configured to allow GR-based invoice verification.
  Vendor Master Data: The vendor may not be set up to allow GR-based invoice verification, which can be checked in the vendor master record.
  Purchase Order Item Category: The item category of the purchase order may not support GR-based invoice verification.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Purchase Order Settings:
  
  Go to the purchase order in question and check the settings related to invoice verification. Ensure that the GR-based invoice verification indicator is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the document type used in the purchase order. Ensure that the "GR-based invoice verification" option is enabled for that document type.
  This can be done in the SPRO transaction under:
  Materials Management -> Purchasing -> Purchase Order -> Define Document Types
  
  
  
  
  Vendor Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor master data to ensure that the vendor is set up to allow GR-based invoice verification. This can be done using transaction code XK02 (Change Vendor) or FK02 (Change Vendor - Accounting).
  Look for the relevant settings in the purchasing data section.
  
  
  
  Item Category:
  
  Verify the item category of the purchase order. Ensure that it is one that supports GR-based invoice verification (e.g., standard items).
  You can check the item category settings in the purchase order item details.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Consultant:
  
  If the above steps do not resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with an SAP Basis or functional consultant who can help diagnose the problem further and make any necessary adjustments in the system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  ME21N (Create Purchase Order)
  ME22N (Change Purchase Order)
  ME23N (Display Purchase Order)
  XK02 (Change Vendor)
  FK02 (Change Vendor - Accounting)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on GR-based invoice verification and related configuration settings.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MEPO025 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.