How To Fix MEPO026 - Indicator for invoice receipt used not allowed

MEPO026 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEPO - New Purchase Order Dialog

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Indicator for invoice receipt used not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEPO026 - Indicator for invoice receipt used not allowed ?

  The SAP error message MEPO026 ("Indicator for invoice receipt used not allowed") typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, particularly when dealing with purchase orders and invoice receipts. This error indicates that there is an issue with the settings related to the invoice receipt indicator for a specific purchase order or purchasing document.
  
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The invoice receipt indicator may not be set up correctly in the purchasing document or in the vendor master data.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type used for the purchase order may not allow invoice receipts.
  Purchase Order Status: The purchase order may be in a status that does not permit invoice receipts (e.g., if it is already fully invoiced or closed).
  Vendor Settings: The vendor may have specific settings that restrict invoice receipts for certain types of transactions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MEPO026 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Purchase