How To Fix MRER202 - GR-based invoice verification not active for PO item (&1/&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MRER - Messages for ERSPlus

• Message number: 202

• Message text: GR-based invoice verification not active for PO item (&1/&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MRER202 - GR-based invoice verification not active for PO item (&1/&2) ?

  The SAP error message MRER202 indicates that "GR-based invoice verification is not active for PO item (&1/&2)." This error typically occurs when you are trying to post an invoice for a purchase order (PO) item that is not set up to allow Goods Receipt (GR)-based invoice verification. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  PO Item Configuration: The purchase order item is not configured for GR-based invoice verification. This can happen if the item is set up as a service or if the GR-based invoice verification option is not selected in the PO item details.
  Item Category: The item category of the PO may not support GR-based invoice verification. For example, certain service items or non-stock items may not allow for GR-based verification.
  Invoice Verification Settings: The settings in the purchasing or invoice verification configuration may not allow for GR-based verification for certain types of items.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check PO Item Configuration:
  
  Go to the purchase order in question and check the item details.
  Ensure that the "GR-based invoice verification" checkbox is selected for the relevant item. This can usually be found in the item details under the "Invoice" tab.
  
  
  
  Review Item Category:
  
  Check the item category of the PO. If it is a service item or a non-stock item, consider whether it should be changed to a stock item or if the invoice verification method needs to be adjusted.
  
  
  
  Adjust PO Settings:
  
  If the PO item should allow GR-based invoice verification, you may need to create a new PO with the correct settings or adjust the existing PO if possible.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you have access to the configuration settings, check the settings for invoice verification in the SPRO transaction (Customizing). Look for the settings related to "Logistics Invoice Verification" and ensure that the relevant configurations allow for GR-based invoice verification for the item categories you are using.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to view the PO details and ME21N (Create Purchase Order) to create a new PO.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on GR-based invoice verification and the specific configurations related to your version of SAP.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to purchase orders and invoice verification settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MRER202 error and implement the appropriate solution.