How To Fix S_NWDEMO_COMMON_MSG034 - Enter less Customer Invoice Requests than Sales Orders

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_NWDEMO_COMMON_MSG - Messages related to S_NWDEMO_COMMON

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Enter less Customer Invoice Requests than Sales Orders

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_NWDEMO_COMMON_MSG034 - Enter less Customer Invoice Requests than Sales Orders ?

  The SAP error message S_NWDEMO_COMMON_MSG034, which states "Enter less Customer Invoice Requests than Sales Orders," typically occurs in the context of billing or invoicing processes within the SAP system. This error indicates that the number of customer invoice requests you are trying to create exceeds the number of sales orders available for billing.
  Cause:
  
  
  Mismatch in Quantities: The number of customer invoice requests you are trying to create is greater than the number of sales orders that can be billed. This could happen if:
  
  You are trying to invoice more items than what was sold.
  There are incomplete or unprocessed sales orders.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that limit the number of invoice requests that can be created based on the sales orders.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry while creating the invoice requests can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Sales Orders: Verify the sales orders that are available for billing. Ensure that the number of invoice requests does not exceed the number of sales orders.
  
  
  Adjust Invoice Requests: Modify the number of customer invoice requests you are trying to create to ensure it is less than or equal to the number of sales orders.
  
  
  Review Billing Document: If applicable, check the billing document to ensure that it is correctly referencing the sales orders.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to billing and invoicing. They may need to adjust the configuration to allow for the desired number of invoice requests.
  
  
  Data Validation: Ensure that all relevant data is correctly entered and that there are no discrepancies in the sales order and invoice request data.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VF01 (Create Billing Document) and VA03 (Display Sales Order) to help troubleshoot the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to billing and invoicing processes for additional guidance.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP community forums for further assistance.