How To Fix MN772 - Supplier billing doc. category &1 (&2) of bill. doc. type &3 not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MN - Message class for subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 772

• Message text: Supplier billing doc. category &1 (&2) of bill. doc. type &3 not allowed

What causes this issue?

Settlement category &V1& (&V2&) of settlement document type &V3& is not
permitted.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Choose a different settlement document type or change the settlement
category of the settlement document type. Be careful when doing this!
The settlement document type &V3& is assigned to rebate arrangement type
&V4&.
INCLUDE 'NA_CUST_MAINTAIN' OBJECT DOKU ID TX

<DS:SIMG.W_WLFA_0004>Settlement document types</>
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLMEOMHD>Define rebate arrangement types for
subsequent settlement</>
ENDIF

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN772 - Supplier billing doc. category &1 (&2) of bill. doc. type &3 not allowed ?

  The SAP error message MN772 indicates that there is an issue with the supplier billing document category and type in the context of a billing document. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or an incorrect configuration related to the billing document type or category in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The billing document type being used is not allowed for the specified supplier billing document category.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system for billing document types and categories may not be set up correctly.
  Master Data Issues: The vendor or supplier master data may not be correctly maintained, leading to inconsistencies in the billing process.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may have restrictions on the billing document categories that can be used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for billing document types in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Billing > Billing Document > Define Billing Document Types.
  Ensure that the billing document type you are trying to use is correctly configured and allowed for the supplier billing document category.
  
  
  
  Review Supplier Master Data:
  
  Check the supplier master data to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that the supplier is set up to use the billing document type in question.
  Use Transaction Code: XK03 to display the vendor master data.
  
  
  
  Validate Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are using is compatible with the billing document category. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. Sometimes, there are known issues or patches that can resolve the problem.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test to see if the error persists. Create a new billing document to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (Configuration)
  XK03 (Display Vendor)
  VF01 (Create Billing Document)
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on billing document types and categories.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the MN772 error in your SAP system.