How To Fix MM_PUR_SES173 - For purchase order item &1, GR-based invoice verification is not set.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_SES -

• Message number: 173

• Message text: For purchase order item &1, GR-based invoice verification is not set.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_SES173 - For purchase order item &1, GR-based invoice verification is not set. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_SES173 indicates that for a specific purchase order item, Goods Receipt (GR)-based invoice verification is not set. This error typically arises when you are trying to post an invoice for a purchase order item that is expected to be verified based on the goods receipt, but the configuration for that item does not allow for GR-based invoice verification.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The purchase order item may not be configured to allow GR-based invoice verification. This can happen if the item category does not support GR-based verification or if the relevant settings in the purchasing document are not correctly set.
  Item Category: Certain item categories in SAP (like standard items) support GR-based invoice verification, while others (like service items) may not.
  Purchase Order Settings: The purchase order may have been created without the necessary settings for GR-based invoice verification.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Purchase Order Item Configuration:
  
  Go to the purchase order in question and check the item details.
  Ensure that the item category allows for GR-based invoice verification. For example, item categories like "Standard" (e.g., "N" for standard items) typically support this feature.
  
  
  
  Review Purchase Order Settings:
  
  In the purchase order, check the "Invoice Verification" field. Ensure that it is set to "GR-based" if that is the intended process.
  If the purchase order was created with the wrong settings, you may need to create a new purchase order with the correct settings.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration in SPRO:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, navigate to the SPRO configuration settings.
  Go to Materials Management > Purchasing > Invoice Verification > Set Up Invoice Verification and ensure that the settings for GR-based invoice verification are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure about the settings or how to change them, consult with your SAP administrator or a colleague who has experience with SAP MM (Materials Management) configuration.
  
  
  
  Create a New Purchase Order:
  
  If the current purchase order cannot be modified to allow GR-based invoice verification, consider creating a new purchase order with the correct settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Item Categories: Familiarize yourself with the different item categories in SAP and their respective settings for invoice verification.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on configuring invoice verification settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM_PUR_SES173 error and successfully process the invoice for the purchase order item.