How To Fix MN777 - Indicator "Enter plant data" for billing document type &1 not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 777

• Message text: Indicator "Enter plant data" for billing document type &1 not allowed

What causes this issue?

Settlement document type &V1& is assigned to arrangement type &V2&
(subsequent settlement) for partial or final settlement.
The indicator "Enter plant data" requires a plant reference in all items
of the supplier billing documents for this settlement document type.
However, settlement accounting is not defined on the level of the plant
concerned for arrangement type &V2&. A supplier billing document item is
created without a plant reference for each condition record and tax
code.
This is not possible for settlement document type &V1&.

System Response

Settlement accounting is not possible with settlement document type &V1&
.

How to fix this error?

Carry out one of the following measures:

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

Delete the field <LS>Enter plant data</> for settlement document type
&V1& or
Assign a suitable settlement document type to arrangement type &V2&.
Note that you must use different settlement document types for each
settlement level (plant, purchasing organization).
INCLUDE 'NA_CUST_MAINTAIN' OBJECT DOKU ID TX

<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CMMENUOLMEABREC>Define Settlement Document Types</>
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLMEOMHD>Define 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 MN777 - Indicator "Enter plant data" for billing document type &1 not allowed ?

  The SAP error message MN777, which states "Indicator 'Enter plant data' for billing document type &1 not allowed," typically occurs in the context of billing documents when the system expects certain plant-related data to be entered, but the configuration does not allow it for the specified billing document type.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The billing document type in question has been configured in such a way that it does not allow the entry of plant data. This can happen if the billing type is set up to not require plant information.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or customer master data may not have the necessary plant data maintained, leading to this error when trying to create or process a billing document.
  Sales Document Type: The sales document type associated with the billing document may also have restrictions regarding plant data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Billing Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for billing document types in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Billing > Billing Document > Define Billing Document Types.
  Check the settings for the specific billing document type (&1 in the error message) and ensure that the "Enter plant data" indicator is set correctly according to your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Sales Document Type:
  
  Check the sales document type associated with the billing document. Ensure that it allows for plant data entry if that is required for your process.
  
  
  
  Material and Customer Master Data:
  
  Verify that the material master data has the necessary plant data maintained. You can check this using Transaction code MM03 (Display Material).
  Ensure that the customer master data is also correctly set up to include plant information if applicable.
  
  
  
  Consult with Functional Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the implications of changing settings, consult with your SAP functional team or a consultant who specializes in Sales and Distribution (SD) to ensure that any changes align with business processes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform testing to ensure that the error is resolved and that the billing document can be processed as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to billing document types and their configuration to understand the implications of changes.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of maintaining plant data where required, to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MN777 error and ensure that your billing processes function smoothly.