How To Fix MRNB202 - GR-based invoice verification not active for PO item (&1/&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MRNB - Messages for Revaluation (Retro Active Pricing)

• 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 MRNB202 - GR-based invoice verification not active for PO item (&1/&2) ?

  The SAP error message MRNB202 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.
  Cause:
  The main reasons for this error include:
  
  
  GR-Based Invoice Verification Not Activated: The purchase order item is not configured to allow GR-based invoice verification. This setting is usually defined in the purchase order item details.
  
  
  PO Item Category: The item category of the purchase order may not support GR-based invoice verification. For example, certain item categories like services may not allow this type of verification.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the system may not be set up to allow GR-based invoice verification for the specific purchasing organization or company code.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MRNB202 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Purchase Order Settings:
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Review Item Category:
  
  Verify the item category of the purchase order. If it is a service or another category that does not support GR-based invoice verification, you may need to change the item category or adjust your process.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If you have the necessary authorization, check the configuration settings in the SAP system:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for purchasing (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Go to Materials Management > Purchasing > Invoice Verification > Activate GR-Based Invoice Verification.
  Ensure that the settings are correctly configured for the relevant purchasing organization and company code.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have access to change the settings, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for SAP configuration in your organization. They can help you make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Use Standard Invoice Verification:
  
  If GR-based invoice verification is not required for your process, consider using standard invoice verification instead, which does not depend on the GR.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  ME21N (Create Purchase Order)
  ME22N (Change Purchase Order)
  ME23N (Display Purchase Order)
  MIRO (Invoice Verification)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on invoice verification processes and 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 identify the cause of the MRNB202 error and implement the appropriate solution.