How To Fix MRER206 - Quantity to be settled is zero: invoice does not need to be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MRER - Messages for ERSPlus

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Quantity to be settled is zero: invoice does not need to be created

What causes this issue?

The quantity to be settled for delivery note &V1& is zero because of
cancellations or return deliveries. The system did not therefore create
an invoice.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MRER206 - Quantity to be settled is zero: invoice does not need to be created ?

  The SAP error message MRER206, which states "Quantity to be settled is zero: invoice does not need to be created," typically occurs in the context of the invoice verification process in SAP, particularly when dealing with the settlement of purchase orders or service entry sheets. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  
  No Quantity to Settle: The primary reason for this error is that there are no quantities available to be settled against the purchase order or service entry sheet. This can happen if:
  
  The goods receipt or service entry sheet has already been fully invoiced.
  The quantities have been adjusted or canceled.
  The purchase order has been closed or fully settled.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Document Status: The status of the purchase order or service entry sheet may not allow for further invoicing, indicating that all necessary transactions have been completed.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry, such as incorrect quantities or mismatched purchase order details.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Purchase Order/Service Entry Sheet: Review the relevant purchase order or service entry sheet to ensure that there are still open quantities available for invoicing. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the purchase order or service entry sheet in SAP and checking the status and quantities.
  
  
  
  Review Previous Invoices: Check if there are any previous invoices that have already settled the quantities. If so, no further invoices can be created.
  
  
  Adjust Quantities: If there are discrepancies in the quantities, you may need to adjust the quantities in the purchase order or service entry sheet to reflect the correct amounts.
  
  
  Reopen Purchase Order: If the purchase order has been closed but you still need to process an invoice, you may need to reopen the purchase order (if applicable) or create a new purchase order for the remaining quantities.
  
  
  Consult with Finance/Procurement Teams: If you are unsure about the status of the purchase order or service entry sheet, consult with your finance or procurement teams for clarification.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ML81N (Service Entry Sheet) to navigate and check the documents.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific configurations or updates may resolve the issue.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the purchase orders or service entry sheets.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MRER206 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.